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GERMAN WAR LOAN POSTER
German war loan poster from World War One, featuring a flag forming the shape of a heart torn in two with the slogan Rend Englands might
circa 1915
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Media ID 23032494
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Bonds Englands Featuring Forming Heart Loan Propaganda Shape Slogan Torn Rend
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of World War One with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating piece, sourced from the Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases a powerful German war loan poster from 1915. The evocative image of a heart torn in two by a flag, with the poignant slogan "Rend Englands might," encapsulates the raw emotions and sacrifices of the time. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed fine art print, perfect for those who appreciate art and history.
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 36.8cm x 50.8cm (14.5" 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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This poignant and powerful German war loan poster from World War One, held in the extensive archives of Mary Evans Picture Library, vividly captures the emotional intensity and political rhetoric of the time. Dated circa 1915, the poster features a flag forming the shape of a heart, torn in two, with the slogan "Rend Englands might" (Rent England's power) written across it. The image is a poignant representation of the emotional and psychological impact of the ongoing war on both sides, as well as the financial strain felt by the German people. The use of propaganda in war time is a well-documented phenomenon, and this poster is a prime example of the persuasive and emotive power of visual imagery. The tattered flag heart serves as a symbol of the fragility and vulnerability of national pride and power, while the call to "Rend Englands might" encourages viewers to invest in war bonds and contribute to the German war effort. The poster's evocative imagery and emotive language would have resonated deeply with the German population, who were facing the economic and military pressures of the war. The poster's design is simple yet effective, with the bold red and black colors and stark contrast between the torn flag and the crisp, clean text adding to its impact. The use of the flag as a symbol of national identity and pride is a common theme in war time propaganda, and the image of a heart torn in two adds an emotional depth that would have appealed to the audience's sense of patriotism and loyalty. Overall, this German war loan poster is a powerful and evocative reminder of the emotional and political complexities of the First World War.
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