Jigsaw Puzzle : Mother and child returning to the their shell-torn home
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Mother and child returning to the their shell-torn home
Home - A mother and child returning to the their shell-torn home. Captain Edward Handley-Read, Rba - Machine Gun Corps (1869-1935)
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Media ID 14150411
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
1869 Corps Handley Read Returning Shell Torn 1935
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Introducing the moving and poignant jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring the beautiful artwork "Mother and child returning to their shell-torn home" by Captain Edward Handley-Read. This powerful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the raw emotion and resilience of the human spirit. With intricate details and vivid colors, this jigsaw puzzle invites you to connect with the past and appreciate the simple joys of family and home. Bring history into your living room and create a memorable experience as you piece together this captivating puzzle.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
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 poignant image, titled "Home - A mother and child returning to their shell-torn home," is a painting by renowned British artist Captain Edward Handley-Read, RBA (Royal Society of British Artists). Created during the aftermath of the First World War (1914-1918), this powerful work captures the raw emotion and harsh reality of life on the home front. The painting depicts a mother and her young child making their way through the ruins of their once-peaceful home, now reduced to a pile of rubble and debris by the relentless shelling of the war. The mother, her face etched with worry and exhaustion, holds her child protectively as they navigate the treacherous terrain. The child, oblivious to the destruction around them, clings tightly to his mother, his trust and innocence a stark contrast to the devastation that surrounds them. Captain Handley-Read, who served in the Machine Gun Corps during the war, drew inspiration from his own experiences and observations. The artist masterfully conveys the sense of loss, resilience, and hope that defined the war-torn era. The muted colors and intricate details in the painting add depth and texture, transporting the viewer into the heart of the scene. "Home - A mother and child returning to their shell-torn home" is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the enduring strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This historical painting continues to resonate with audiences today, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in military and world history.
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