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Christmas Truce by Bruce Bairnsfather



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Christmas Truce by Bruce Bairnsfather

A memory of Christmas, 1914: " Look at this blokes buttons, arry. I should reckon e as a maid to dress im." A picture by the famous wartime Bystander cartoonist and creator of Old Bill, Bruce Bairnsfather which drew from personal experience. Bairnsfather took part in the Christmas truce on Christmas Day 1914 and swapped buttons with a German officer, afterwards regretting that he had neglected to find a way to get hold of a photograph taken by the German. Date: 1916

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Bairnsfather Bruce Buttons Bystander Cartoonist Fraternisation Souvenirs Swapping Trenches Truce


21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Experience the poignant beauty of Christmas past with our exquisite fine art print of "A Memory of Christmas, 1914" by renowned British cartoonist Bruce Bairnsfather. This evocative image, rights managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the spirit of the Christmas Truce during World War I. Two soldiers, huddled in the mud and rain, share a moment of camaraderie and humanity amidst the chaos of war. The intricate details of their uniforms and the soft glow of the lantern bring this historical moment to life. Add this timeless piece to your collection and let the story of the Christmas Truce be a reminder of the power of peace and unity.

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.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")

Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")

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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> Animals > Mammals > Muridae > Western Mouse

> Historic > World War I and II > Soldiers

> Historic > World War I and II > World War I

> Humour > Cartoon

> Humour > Postcard

> Humour > Related Images

> Soldiers in World War I

> Special Days > Christmas > Related Images


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In the midst of the chaos and brutality of the Western Front during World War I, an unexpected moment of peace and camaraderie unfolded between British and German soldiers on Christmas Day, 1914. This poignant scene, immortalized in a drawing by renowned wartime cartoonist Bruce Bairnsfather, captures the spirit of the Christmas Truce. Bairnsfather, the creator of the popular Old Bill comic strip, was among the soldiers who participated in this remarkable event. In this heartwarming vignette, two soldiers exchange buttons as souvenirs of their brief encounter. One British soldier remarks to his comrade, "Look at this blokes buttons, arry. I should reckon e as a maid to dress im." The lighthearted banter and the sharing of personal items reflect the human side of the soldiers, momentarily setting aside the animosity of war. Bairnsfather's drawing, titled "A Memory of Christmas, 1914," was created in 1916, two years after the event. Although he was present for the truce and even engaged in the button-swapping himself, he lamented not having obtained a photograph to document the historic moment. The image, with its humorous yet poignant tone, serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of peace amidst the horrors of war. This evocative cartoon, a testament to the power of human connection, offers a unique perspective on the Christmas Truce and the shared experiences of soldiers on the front lines during World War I.

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