Greetings Card : Anti-Kaiser satire, trench art, Belgium, WW1
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Anti-Kaiser satire, trench art, Belgium, WW1
Anti-Kaiser wartime satire, trench art -- the Kaiser looks through a window in a wooden fence. (1 of 3) Date: 1914-1918
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Media ID 14396942
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Anti Boots Enemy Fence Kaiser Satire Satirical Trench
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exclusive range of WW1-themed greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring this captivating image of Anti-Kaiser satire, this trench art design showcases a humorous take on history with the Kaiser peering through a wooden fence. Each card is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Perfect for history enthusiasts or those with a sense of humor, these cards add a unique touch to your correspondence. Bring a piece of the past into the present with our Media Storehouse WW1 greeting cards.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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 image is an exemplary representation of the anti-Kaiser satire and trench art that emerged during the tumultuous years of World War I. Dated between 1914 and 1918, this satirical piece depicts the German leader, Kaiser Wilhelm II, peering through a window in a wooden fence. The Kaiser's expression conveys a sense of confusion and bewilderment, as if he is trying to make sense of the chaos and destruction unfolding before him. The intricately carved wooden fence, adorned with intricate patterns and embellishments, serves as a stark contrast to the harsh realities of the war. The use of wood for this trench art piece was a common practice during the war, as soldiers would often carve and create art from the abundant supply of wood available in the trenches. The Kaiser's uniform, complete with his distinctive bushy mustache and tall, fur-trimmed hat, is depicted in meticulous detail. The boots, too, are not spared, with the laces and details expertly carved into the wood. The enemy, represented by a menacing-looking figure with a gun, lurks in the background, adding to the sense of tension and danger. This satirical piece serves as a poignant reminder of the dark humor and resilience that emerged from the trenches during the First World War. The image is a testament to the creativity and resourcefulness of soldiers, who found solace and comfort in creating art amidst the horrors of war.
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