Canvas Print : 19 ? by Bruce Bairnsfather
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19 ? by Bruce Bairnsfather
19..? No! This isn t an air-raid bomb bother. Only his grandson Harold, aged eight, has just asked Old Bill what he did in the great war. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14171646
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Bairnsfather Bill Bruce Grandson Harold Raid
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring the charming and iconic illustration "1917: Only His Grandson Harold Asked" by Bruce Bairnsfather. This timeless piece, rights-managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a heartwarming moment from the Great War era. With its rich colors and high-quality canvas texture, this print makes for a stunning addition to any home or office décor. Relive history and start a conversation with this charming and thought-provoking artwork. Order now and let the story unfold.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant and humorous 1917 cartoon by renowned British satirical artist Bruce Bairnsfather, titled "Only His Grandson Asked," Old Bill, a weary and aging World War I soldier, is seen sitting in a comfortable armchair, lost in thought as he recalls his experiences from the battlefield. The peaceful domestic setting of his home contrasts sharply with the chaos and violence of the war he once fought. As the title suggests, it is Old Bill's grandson Harold, an inquisitive eight-year-old boy, who has prompted this moment of reflection. With wide-eyed curiosity, Harold has asked Old Bill what he did in the great war. The soldier, deep in thought, looks at his grandson with a mixture of fondness and perhaps a hint of sadness, as he contemplates how to explain the horrors and hardships of war to a child. Bairnsfather's artistry masterfully captures the essence of this poignant moment, highlighting the profound impact of war on individuals and their families. The cartoon serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict and the importance of passing down history and personal stories from one generation to the next. This image, created in 1917 during the height of World War I, is a testament to the enduring power of art to evoke emotion, provoke thought, and preserve history. It is a must-have for any collection of World War I memorabilia, historical art, or family history.
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