Fine Art Print : Naval Recruiting Officer and Actor - WWI humour
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Naval Recruiting Officer and Actor - WWI humour
Naval Recruiting Officer: And what experience have you had. Actor (wishing to join): Quite considerable. I was two years a midshipman in HMS Pinafore, a lieutenant in half a dozen plays and an admiral in the Chinese Honeymoon.. 386202 Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, Mm, 1St Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps. Born September 1889
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Media ID 14152110
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1889 386202 Acting Admiral Ambulance Born Considerable Corps Dozen Experience Gibson Half Herbert Honeymoon Join Lieutenant Midshipman Northumbrian Pinafore Plays Recruiting Regiments Sergeant Wishing Years Quite
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our charming selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection, featuring this delightful image of a Naval Recruiting Officer and an actor from a WWI-era production of H.M.S. Pinafore. The humorous interplay between the two, captured in this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online, is sure to bring a smile to your face. Add a touch of historical whimsy to your home or office decor with this timeless piece.
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 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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 humorous photograph captures the moment when an actor, played by Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, attempts to impress a Naval Recruiting Officer with his supposed extensive maritime experience during World War I. Gibson, born in September 1889, boasts of his time spent as a midshipman in HMS Pinafore, a lieutenant in several plays, and an admiral in the Chinese Honeymoon. The recruiting officer, likely amused by the actor's theatrical background, looks skeptical as he inquires about Gibson's real experience. The image is a fascinating glimpse into the past, highlighting the intersection of military service and the entertainment industry during a time of war. Gibson's military title, Acting Sergeant, suggests that he may have been a member of the Royal Army Medical Corps, as indicated by his affiliation with the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance. This photograph not only showcases the humor and lightheartedness found amidst the harsh realities of war but also sheds light on the diverse backgrounds of those who served during WWI. This photograph is part of the rich historical record of the regiments and military units that took part in the Great War, offering a unique perspective on the experiences of individuals who served during this pivotal period in world history.
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