Fine Art Print : Ellis Ashmead-Bartlett writing a despatch, Dardanelles, WW1
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Ellis Ashmead-Bartlett writing a despatch, Dardanelles, WW1
Ellis Ashmead-Barlett (1881-1931), British war correspondent, pictured at his typewriter resting on ammunition boxes after the landing at Anafarta, writing a despatch. His reports on the Gallipoli campaign for the Daily Telegraph, praised the Anzac troops and criticised the British commander, General Sir Ian Hamilton. Date: 1915
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Ammunition Ashmead Bartlett Boxes Campaign Correspondent Correspondents Daily Dardanelles Despatch Despatches Ellis Gallipoli Journalism Journalist Journalists Landing Reporter Reporters Reporting Reports Telegraph Typewriter Typing
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of Ellis Ashmead-Bartlett, a British war correspondent, in action during the Dardanelles Campaign of World War I. Captured in this timeless moment, Ashmead-Bartlett is seen intently typing a dispatch at his makeshift desk, surrounded by ammunition boxes. This evocative print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, offering a glimpse into the past through the lens of renowned rights managed photographer. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and let it tell a story that transcends time.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 evocative photograph captures the intensity and danger of war journalism during World War I, as Ellis Ashmead-Bartlett, a British war correspondent for the Daily Telegraph, focuses on his typewriter amidst the chaos and uncertainty of the Anafarta landing during the Gallipoli campaign in 1915. The image shows Ashmead-Bartlett perched on ammunition boxes, the only stable surface available, as he meticulously crafts his despatches, which would soon be transmitted back to London and published in the Daily Telegraph. Ashmead-Bartlett's reports from the Gallipoli campaign were notable for their candid and critical assessment of the British commander, General Sir Ian Hamilton, and their praise of the Anzac troops. His dispatches provided a raw and unfiltered account of the harsh realities of trench warfare and the bravery and resilience of the soldiers on the ground. The photograph captures the inherent risks and challenges of war reporting, as Ashmead-Bartlett worked under the constant threat of enemy fire and the pressure to deliver accurate and timely information to the public. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the vital role that war correspondents play in shaping public perception and understanding of conflict, and the sacrifices they make in the pursuit of truth and journalistic integrity.
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