Framed Print : Snowballing on Western Front, France, WW1
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Snowballing on Western Front, France, WW1
British soldiers and French schoolchildren having fun snowballing on the Western Front in France during World War One. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14127397
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Cold Enjoyment Schoolchildren Snowball Snowballing Snowballs Throwing
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the captivating "Snowballing on Western Front, France, WW1" framed print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This unique photograph offers a rare and delightful glimpse into history, showcasing a heartwarming moment of camaraderie between British soldiers and French schoolchildren during the harsh winter of World War One, circa 1916. The playful scene of soldiers and children engaging in a snowball fight amidst the backdrop of the Western Front is a poignant reminder of humanity's resilience and ability to find joy in the most unexpected places. Add this evocative framed print to your collection and bring a touch of history and nostalgia into your home or office.
Framed and mounted 17x12 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 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). 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 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
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
Amidst the harsh realities of the Western Front during World War One, a moment of joy and unity unfolds in this photograph. Circa 1916, British soldiers and French schoolchildren come together in the wintery landscape of France, engaging in a playful game of snowballing. The soldiers, bundled up against the cold weather in heavy coats and hats, laugh and toss snowballs at the delighted children, who dodge and squeal with delight. The scene is a stark contrast to the grim reality of the ongoing conflict, offering a glimpse into a brief moment of respite and human connection. The children's innocent enjoyment serves as a poignant reminder of the humanity that endured even in the most challenging of circumstances. This evocative image, captured during one of the darkest periods in history, invites us to reflect on the enduring power of joy and the capacity for connection, even in the face of adversity.
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