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Situation Shortly Vacant by Bairnsfather
Humours from the Front - No 32
Situation Shortly Vacant
In an old-established house in France an opening will shortly occur for a young man, with good prospects of getting a rise
A cartoon by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, in The Bystander
1916
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Media ID 14185183
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Bairnsfather Bruce Established Opening Shell Shelling Shortly Situation Vacant
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Introducing the timeless and humorous "Situation Shortly Vacant" print from Media Storehouse's Framed Prints collection. This classic illustration, originally published in the Illustrated London News in 1915, is brought to you by the renowned Illustrated London News Ltd and Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. Bring a touch of history and humor to your home or office with this iconic piece, "Humours from the Front - No 32: Situation Shortly Vacant," by the brilliant satirical illustrator, F.C.B. (Fitzroy Charles Burton) Bairnsfather. The image humorously depicts an old French house with a sign declaring an upcoming vacancy for a young man. Our carefully crafted Framed Prints are designed to preserve and enhance the beauty of this historic artwork. Each print is meticulously framed using premium materials to ensure your new addition will be a cherished piece in your collection for years to come. Bring the charm of the past into your present with the "Situation Shortly Vacant" print from Media Storehouse. Order yours today and add a touch of wit and whimsy to your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 44.6cm x 62cm (17.6" x 24.4")
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.
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Situation Shortly Vacant" is a poignant and humorous cartoon by renowned British war artist and satirist, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, published in The Bystander magazine in 1916 during the height of the First World War. The image captures the grim realities of life in the trenches, juxtaposed with the mundane and often absurd nature of everyday existence. The scene is set in an old, established house in France, with a sign in the window advertising an upcoming vacancy for a young man with promising prospects of advancement. However, the idyllic image of a promising career is shattered by the ominous backdrop of a house under heavy shelling from the enemy. The cartoon serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities of war, where even the most basic comforts and aspirations of life are constantly disrupted and threatened. Bairnsfather's masterful use of satire and wit in this cartoon provides a glimpse into the complex emotions and experiences of soldiers during the First World War. The cartoon also highlights the resilience and dark humor that emerged from the trenches, as soldiers found ways to cope with the horrors of war and the uncertainty of their futures. This powerful and thought-provoking image is a testament to Bairnsfather's unique ability to capture the essence of the human spirit in the face of adversity. With its timeless message of hope and resilience, "Situation Shortly Vacant" remains a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and struggles of the men and women who lived through the First World War. This image is part of the extensive collection of historical prints available from Mary Evans Prints Online, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the First World War, military history, or the art of satire and cartooning.
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