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Wounded French soldier lying in bed in a hospital ward
A wounded French soldier lying in bed in a hospital ward that was originally a school. He is being visited by an elegant lady who is seated beside the bed.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time, his wartime work was immensely popular and appeared in nearly every major news magazine, Allied, Neutral and Central Powers alike. Literally tens of millions of readers saw wartime events through the medium of Matanias weekly illustrations and, as such, he played an important role in defining peoples mental image of what Great War battlefield scenes and soldiers looked like. Date: circa 1917
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Media ID 11397974
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant beauty and historical depth of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, "Wounded French Soldier in Hospital Ward," captures the tender moment between a wounded soldier (Fortunino Matania, Ri, 1881-1963) and an elegant lady in a once-school-turned-hospital ward. Each print in our collection is sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online and is available under Rights Managed licensing, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring this poignant piece of history into your home or office and let the story unfold as you connect with the rich details and emotion conveyed in every brushstroke.
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.
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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.
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In this poignant and evocative image by renowned Italian-born artist Fortunino Matania, a wounded French soldier lies in a hospital ward that was once a school. The soldier's weary expression and disheveled uniform speak volumes of the hardships and sacrifices of war. The elegant lady seated beside him, her refined attire in stark contrast to the harsh realities of the battlefield, offers a glimmer of hope and comfort in this moment of despair. Matania, a highly accomplished realistic illustrator and artist, was a prolific creator during the Great War, with his work appearing in nearly every major news magazine across Allied, Neutral, and Central Powers. His illustrations reached an estimated tens of millions of readers each week, making him a significant influence in shaping the public's mental image of the war. This powerful and emotive piece, dated circa 1917, is a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict and the small acts of kindness that can bring solace in the darkest of times.
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