Fine Art Print : Smashed up German trench at Morval, Somme, WW1
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Smashed up German trench at Morval, Somme, WW1
A smashed up German trench at Morval on the Somme, Western Front in France during World War One. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14126866
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Morval Smashed Somme Support Supports Timber Trench Trenches Trunk Trunks
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an evocative image of the aftermath of battle at the Smashed up German Trench in Morval, Somme, Western Front during World War One. This powerful and poignant photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the raw reality of the trenches and the devastating impact of war. Add this historic print to your home or office to inspire reflection and appreciation for the past. Rights Managed.
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 destruction and chaos of the Battle of the Somme during World War One, specifically at Morval in France. The image showcases a smashed up German trench, with its wooden supports and timber walls in disarray. The tree trunks in the background, some still standing, add a sense of the natural world continuing amidst the devastation. The trench system was a defining feature of the Western Front, with both sides constructing intricate networks of trenches to protect their troops from enemy fire. The British Army launched a major offensive at Morval in September 1916, resulting in heavy casualties on both sides. The photograph, taken circa 1916, offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of trench warfare and the destructive power of modern warfare in the first half of the 20th century. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers from all nations during the Great War, and the historical significance of the events that unfolded on the Western Front.
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