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Fine Art Print : WW1 - The Law - France!!! Where are you going?
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WW1 - The Law - France!!! Where are you going?
WW1 - The Law - France!!! Where are you going? Patriotic postcard harking back to history as a Napoleonic soldier is pointed toward the front by Marianne (the personification of the French State) as his female companion clutches her chest in a silent prayer for his safekeeping. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14376577
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Beseeching Comparison Directed Frontline Napoleonic Patriotic Patriotism Pointed
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "WW1 - The Law - France!!! Where are you going?" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful and poignant postcard transports us back to the historic era of World War I, with a Napoleonic soldier being guided towards the battlefront by Marianne, the personification of the French State. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33.9cm x 53.3cm (13.3" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
WW1 - The Law - France!!! Where are you going?
EDITORS COMMENTS
: A Stirring Call to Duty and Sacrifice in the Face of War This evocative postcard, dated 1914, transports us back to the early days of the First World War and the profound sense of patriotism and duty that gripped the people of France. The image features a determined Napoleonic soldier, clad in his distinctive uniform, being directed by Marianne - the personification of the French State - towards the front lines. With a solemn expression, Marianne points the way, her female companion, with hands clasped in prayer, silently beseeching the heavens for the soldier's safekeeping. The powerful imagery of this postcard serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the French people during the First World War. The comparison between the Napoleonic era and the present day underscores the enduring spirit of the French nation and its unwavering commitment to defending its values and territory. The soldier's resolute gaze and the woman's heartfelt plea convey the deep emotional connection between the individual and the collective, as well as the sense of duty and responsibility that bound the French people together during this tumultuous time in history. This postcard, with its rich historical significance, offers a unique glimpse into the past and serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the French people in the face of adversity. It is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by generations past and the enduring importance of unity, courage, and determination in the face of conflict.
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