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Fine Art Print : WWI Poster, The Recruiting Sergeant
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WWI Poster, The Recruiting Sergeant
WWI Parliamentary Recruiting Committee Poster, The Recruiting Sergeant, shown beckoning for men to join him. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14171534
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited
Beckon Beckoning Committee Enlist Gesture Join Parliamentary Recruiting Recruitment Sergeant
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of Fine Art Prints, featuring this iconic WWI recruitment poster, "The Recruiting Sergeant" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image, dated 1915, showcases the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee's call to arms with the sergeant's compelling gesture. Add a piece of history to your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print, perfect for commemorating the past or inspiring the present.
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 34.3cm x 53.3cm (13.5" 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.
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This evocative WWI poster, titled "The Recruiting Sergeant," was created by the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee in 1915 to encourage men to enlist in the British army during the First World War. The image depicts a stern yet compassionate sergeant, dressed in full military uniform, extending a welcoming gesture towards potential recruits with an open palm and a kind smile. His piercing gaze and outstretched arm seem to beckon directly to the viewer, inviting them to join the ranks of brave soldiers defending their country and their values. The poster's design is both powerful and persuasive, employing a sense of duty, patriotism, and camaraderie to appeal to the hearts and minds of the British people. The use of a single figure, the sergeant, creates a personal connection between the viewer and the recruitment message, making it an effective tool for mobilizing support during a time of great need. The Recruiting Sergeant is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary men during the First World War, and serves as a testament to the enduring power of visual communication in shaping public opinion and inspiring action. This historical artifact, with its timeless appeal and powerful imagery, continues to resonate with us today, offering a glimpse into the complex and often emotional experiences of wartime and the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity.
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