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The Great Sacrifice by James Clark, WW1
The Great Sacrifice by James Clark, originally published in the 1914 Christmas number of The Graphic. Depicting a dead soldier on a battlefield with an ethereal image of Christ on the cross shining down on him, it was one of the most popular images of the war. Stephen Paget observed in The Cornhill Magazine that this Graphic cover has turned railway bookstalls into wayside shrines; the one and only picture of the war, up to now, which says what most needs to be said on canvas. Date: 1914
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring the moving and poignant artwork "The Great Sacrifice" by James Clark. Originally published in the 1914 Christmas number of The Graphic, this powerful image captures the essence of the ultimate sacrifice made during wartime. The haunting scene portrays a fallen soldier on a battlefield, juxtaposed with an ethereal and radiant image of Christ on the cross. This profound and thought-provoking piece transcends time, evoking emotions of loss, hope, and resilience. Our Canvas Prints are meticulously crafted using premium materials and high-definition printing techniques to ensure the vibrant colors and intricate details of "The Great Sacrifice" are beautifully preserved. Enhance your home or office space with this inspiring and timeless masterpiece, and let the story of courage and sacrifice live on. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 76.2cm (18" x 30")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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.
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The Great Sacrifice
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by James Clark: A Symbolic Depiction of Bravery, Honor, and Sacrifice during World War I The hauntingly beautiful image of "The Great Sacrifice" by James Clark, published in the 1914 Christmas number of The Graphic, remains one of the most iconic and poignant depictions of the sacrifices made during World War I. The painting shows a dead British soldier lying on the battlefield, gazing up at an ethereal image of Christ on the cross, shining down upon him. This powerful and moving image struck a deep chord with the public, turning railway bookstalls into makeshift shrines and becoming the one and only picture of the war that truly encapsulated the essence of the conflict on canvas. Stephen Paget, writing in The Cornhill Magazine, observed that "this Graphic cover has turned railway bookstalls into wayside shrines." The idealized image of the fallen soldier, with his helmet resting on his chest and his hands folded in prayer, represents the bravery, honor, and ultimate sacrifice made by countless soldiers during the war. The symbolic presence of Christ on the cross serves as a reminder of the spiritual and moral dimensions of the conflict, and the hope that even in the midst of death and destruction, there is a higher power watching over and guiding us. "The Great Sacrifice" continues to be a popular and sentimental favorite among historians, art enthusiasts, and those who seek to understand the profound impact of World War I on the human spirit. The painting serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and civilians alike, and the enduring power of faith and hope in the face of adversity. James Clark's masterpiece was published in a time when the world was reeling from the horrors of war, and it continues to resonate with audiences today as a powerful and moving tribute to the human spirit and the enduring power of faith and hope.
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