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La Croix d Honneur
La Croix d Honneur. Georges Scott, (1873-1943). Scott Started His Career In The 1890S And Worked As War Correspondent For The News Magazine L Illustration During The Balkan Wars Of 1912-13. When War Broke Out In 1914, He Joined The French Army And Was Able To Continue His Work As Artist/Illustrator For That Same Prestigious Publication, Producing Many Now Famous Works Dealing With The Great War
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1873 1943 Able Balkan Broke Career Continue Correspondent Croix Dealing Georges Illustrator Joined Many News Prestigious Print Producing Publication Same Scott Started That Wars Worked
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of elegance and history to your greetings with our La Croix d'Honneur card from Media Storehouse. This exquisite design features the painting "La Croix d'Honneur" by Georges Scott, a renowned artist who began his career in the late 1890s and went on to work as a war correspondent for L Illustration during the Balkan Wars of 1912-13. The intricate detail and rich colors of this artwork make it a perfect choice for special occasions, anniversaries, or as a thoughtful gesture to express your appreciation. Impress your loved ones with this beautiful piece of art history in card form.
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.
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La Croix d'Honneur" is a powerful and poignant image created by renowned French artist and war correspondent, Georges Scott. Born in 1873, Scott began his career in the 1890s and gained early recognition working as a war correspondent for the prestigious news magazine L'Illustration during the Balkan Wars of 1912-13. When war broke out in 1914, Scott answered the call to duty by joining the French Army. Remarkably, he was able to continue his work as an artist and illustrator for L'Illustration, producing many now famous works dealing with the Great War. This particular print, "La Croix d'Honneur," captures the raw emotion and intensity of the battlefield. A soldier, weary from the horrors of war, is shown kneeling before a makeshift cross, his helmet in hand and his face etched with the weight of the world. The cross, adorned with the insignia of various military units, symbolizes the unity and camaraderie of the soldiers in the face of adversity. The muted colors and intricate details bring the scene to life, transporting the viewer to the trenches of World War I. Scott's unique perspective as both a soldier and an artist allowed him to create works that not only documented history but also captured the human spirit. "La Croix d'Honneur" is a testament to the sacrifices made by soldiers during the Great War and a reminder of the enduring power of art to evoke emotion and inspire reflection.
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