Fine Art Print : Crown prince puppet toy, WW1
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Crown prince puppet toy, WW1
A British girl pictured with a puppet which depicts Crown Prince Wilhelm, eldest son of the Kaiser (known by the nickname of Little Willie in Britain) as a rather foolish clown. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14143141
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Anti Childhood Clown Foolish Puppet Puppets Toys Wilhelm Willie
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating image of a British girl with a Crown Prince Wilhelm puppet from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dated back to 1915, this rights-managed print showcases the iconic depiction of the German Crown Prince as a clownish figure, known as 'Little Willie' in Britain during World War I. Add a touch of historical charm to your home or office decor with this beautifully printed and framed artwork, a unique conversation starter that tells a story of a bygone era.
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 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing photograph captures the spirit of the First World War era through the innocent eyes of a British girl and her Crown Prince Wilhelm puppet. Dated back to 1915, during the height of the conflict between Britain and Germany, the image presents a striking contrast to the harsh realities of the war. The young girl, with a mischievous grin on her face, holds the wooden puppet of the eldest son of the German Kaiser, affectionately known as 'Little Willie' in Britain. The puppet, dressed as a clown, is depicted as rather foolish, adding a layer of humor and irony to the scene. The use of a puppet as a symbol of the German Crown Prince reflects the anti-German sentiment that was prevalent during the war. The puppet's clown costume further emphasizes the derisive attitude towards the German royalty. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the ways in which children were affected by the war and how they processed the complexities of the conflict through play and imagination. The image also highlights the role of puppets and toys in shaping the cultural narrative during times of war. As objects of comfort and entertainment, they provided a means for children to make sense of the world around them and to cope with the anxieties and uncertainties of their time. The photograph, with its historical significance and emotional resonance, is a testament to the power of toys and puppets as repositories of memory and as windows into the past.
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