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Canvas Print : Advert for Wrights Coal Tar Soap WW1
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Advert for Wrights Coal Tar Soap WW1
An advertisement for Wrights Coal Tar Soap with a British soldier holding up a towel in the hope that some nice person will send him a box of Wrights Coal Tar Soap. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14140725
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Advertisements Adverts Clean Cleanliness Coal Private Soap Soaps Toiletries Tommies Tommy Towel Towels Washing Wrights
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring the evocative "Advert for Wrights Coal Tar Soap WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports us to a bygone era with a British soldier, standing proud and hopeful, holding out a towel in anticipation of receiving a much-needed box of Wrights Coal Tar Soap. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your home decor with this beautifully printed and finished canvas, sure to be a conversation starter and a cherished addition to any room.
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.
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Amidst the chaos and hardships of the First World War, a weary British soldier takes a moment's respite from the battlefield to hold up a towel in hopes of receiving a much-needed luxury - a box of Wright's Coal Tar Soap. This poignant advertisement from 1915, published in various periodicals, highlights the importance of cleanliness and comfort during a time of great need. The soldier's expression conveys a longing for the simple pleasures of home, as he stands in a makeshift washing area, surrounded by the grim realities of war. Wright's Coal Tar Soap, with its promise of thorough cleansing and rejuvenation, offered a glimmer of hope and comfort to the soldiers, who were often exposed to harsh conditions and unsanitary environments. The advertisement, featuring the tagline "Send a Box to a Tommy," appealed to the public's sense of duty and compassion, encouraging them to send care packages to the troops. The image of the soldier, holding up his towel, became an iconic symbol of the sacrifices made during the war and the importance of supporting those on the front lines. This powerful advertisement serves as a reminder of the human spirit's resilience and the small comforts that can make a significant difference in the most challenging of circumstances. The enduring image of the soldier and his towel, combined with the promise of a clean and refreshing bath, continues to evoke emotions and resonate with audiences even a century later.
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