Framed Print : Envelope from Firminy, near Dunkirk, WW1
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Envelope from Firminy, near Dunkirk, WW1
Envelope containing a letter dated 29 January 1915 from the architect and artist Ormerod Maxwell Ayrton (1874-1960) to his uncle Alfred Ayrton at Lloyds Bank, Chester, England, on the latters birthday. The sender was stationed at Firminy, near Dunkirk, serving with the RNAS, HMA (His Majestys Airship Squadron) No.17. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14149135
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29th Airship Architect Ayrton Bank Birthday Censor Chester Dunkirk Envelope Handwriting Letter Lloyds Majestys Maxwell Ormerod Passed Regiments Rnas Rubber Serving Squadron Stamp Stamped Uncle January
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "Envelope from Firminy, near Dunkirk, WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This unique and poignant print showcases an original wartime envelope, bearing a letter from architect and artist Ormerod Maxwell Ayrton to his uncle Alfred Ayrton at Lloyds Bank in Chester, England. Dated 29th January 1915, this historical artifact offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing a tangible connection to the events of World War I. Our high-quality framing enhances the beauty and significance of this captivating piece, making it a must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and anyone who appreciates the richness of our past. Add this exquisite framed print to your home or office décor and let the story of this envelope from Firminy, near Dunkirk, transport you back in time.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image showcases an envelope from the past, bearing the faded ink of a letter sent from the Western Front during World War I. Dated 29th January 1915, the envelope was dispatched from Ormerod Maxwell Ayrton, a renowned architect and artist, to his uncle Alfred Ayrton at Lloyds Bank in Chester, England. Ormerod was serving at Firminy, near Dunkirk, with the Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) and His Majesty's Airship Squadron (HMA) No.17. The envelope's exterior holds a poignant snapshot of history, with the sender's handwriting neatly scrawled across the front, "A. Ayrton Esq., Lloyds Bank, Chester." The envelope bears the unmistakable signs of having been passed through the hands of many – the rubber stamp of the censor's approval, the meticulously placed stamp, and the carefully folded creases. Ormerod's letter, tucked safely within, would have brought a sense of comfort and connection to Alfred during the trying times of the war. The image of this envelope, with its worn edges and historical significance, serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First Great War and the enduring bond between family members, no matter the distance or circumstances.
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