Canvas Print : Bruce Bairnsfather cartoon, The thirst for reprisals
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Bruce Bairnsfather cartoon, The thirst for reprisals
Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, WW1 cartoon, The Thirst for reprisals, published in the Bystander, 1916. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14186306
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited
Autograph Bairnsfather Bruce Bystander Reprisals Revenge Signature Signed Thirst
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection featuring the iconic World War I cartoon, "The Thirst for Reprisals" by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather. Published in the Bystander in 1916, this timeless piece captures the humor and resilience of soldiers during the war. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this canvas print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. With vibrant colors and high-quality detail, our canvas prints bring classic art to life in your home or office. Experience the rich history and wit of Bruce Bairnsfather with this unique and captivating addition to your decor.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 print showcases a classic World War I cartoon by the renowned British satirical artist, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather. Titled "The Thirst for Reprisals," this humorous illustration was first published in The Bystander magazine in 1916, during the height of the Western Front conflict. Bairnsfather, a veteran of the war himself, expertly captures the essence of trench life and the human spirit that endured amidst the harsh realities of war. In this particular cartoon, we see a group of weary soldiers gathered around a makeshift watering hole, their thirst quenched only by the prospect of revenge against their enemy. The captain, standing at the front, raises his mug in a toast, his eyes gleaming with determination and a hint of mischief. The intricate details and bold lines of the illustration bring the soldiers and their environment to life, transporting us back to the trenches of the Western Front. The use of humor in this piece serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and camaraderie that sustained soldiers during their harrowing experiences. This print is an authentic historical artifact, bearing the signature of Captain Bruce Bairnsfather himself, adding an extra layer of value and provenance to this unique piece of World War I history.
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