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Tommy and his thrush, WW1

Tommy and his thrush, WW1
1915

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Media ID 14387384

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Thrush

23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame

FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.3cm x 39.6cm (10.4" x 15.6")

Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the moment of respite and companionship between Tommy, a British soldier during the First World War, and his beloved thrush. Taken in 1915, the image offers a brief glimpse into the harsh realities of life on the Western Front. With the backdrop of a muddy trench and the ominous presence of barbed wire, the soldier's weary expression and the thrush perched on his shoulder convey a sense of longing and melancholy. The thrush, a common bird species in Europe, was a popular pet among soldiers during WWI. They were often kept in the trenches as companions, providing a small measure of comfort and relief from the horrors of war. The bird's gentle presence and soothing song offered a brief distraction from the constant noise and chaos of the battlefield. Tommy's connection with the thrush is a poignant reminder of the human need for companionship and comfort, even in the most difficult of circumstances. The photograph also highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of soldiers during this time, as they found ways to bring a piece of home and normalcy into their lives amidst the chaos of war. This image is a poignant reminder of the human experience during WWI, and the small moments of joy and connection that could be found even in the most challenging of circumstances. It is a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit and the importance of finding solace and comfort in unexpected places.

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