Fine Art Print : Belgian Refugees - WW1
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Belgian Refugees - WW1
Belgian refugees fleeing their homes following the German Army advance into Belgium rest by the roadside. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14187557
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Abandoned Belgian Desolation Families Flee Fleeing Flees Homes Lost Outcast Refugee Refugees Roadside Scared Start
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the poignant image of Belgian refugees during World War I. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the somber reality of the human cost of war. The refugees, weary from their journey, rest by the roadside as they seek safety from the advancing German Army. This beautifully preserved black and white image is a powerful reminder of history and a must-have addition to any home or office space. Rights Managed through Media Storehouse, this fine art print is not only a stunning work of art but also a valuable historical document. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 29.8cm (21" x 11.7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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
This poignant photograph captures the desperation and displacement experienced by Belgian refugees during the early days of World War I. Taken in 1914, the image shows a group of men, women, and children huddled together by the roadside, their faces etched with fear and exhaustion. The German Army's advance into Belgium had forced them to abandon their homes and flee for their lives. The scene is one of desolation and loss. The refugees carry only what they can, their possessions reduced to a few meager belongings. The women and children appear particularly vulnerable, their expressions conveying a sense of uncertainty and fear for the future. The men, meanwhile, look on with a mixture of determination and despair. The roadside is a stark reminder of the journey they have undertaken, with no clear destination in sight. The trees in the background are bare, adding to the sense of barrenness and emptiness. The image is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, and the way it can uproot families and communities in an instant. The photograph is a testament to the resilience and fortitude of the human spirit, as well as a reminder of the historical significance of the events that unfolded in August 1914. It is a powerful image that continues to resonate with us today, as we reflect on the past and strive to learn from it.
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