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Bairnsfather sketch in revue

A scene from a sketch, part of the revue See-Saw at the Comedy Theatre, based on the work of Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, and featuring his popular characters Bert, Alf, and Old Bill, the latter played by John Humphries. The scene is the Cafe de la Paix, which suffers a direct shell hit. Date: 1917

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Bairnsfather Bert Bill Bruce Cafe Comedy Paix Revue Seesaw


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This evocative print captures a poignant moment from the 1917 revue "See-Saw" at the Comedy Theatre, based on the works of renowned British satirical artist, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather. The scene depicts the popular characters Bert, Alf, and Old Bill, portrayed by the acclaimed actor John Humphries, seated at the Cafe de la Paix in Paris. The idyllic setting is shattered as a direct shell hit sends debris flying through the air, a grim reminder of the harsh realities of the First World War. Bairnsfather's iconic cartoons, which first appeared in the British magazine "The Bystander" in 1915, captured the humorous yet brutal aspects of life in the trenches. The characters of Bert, Alf, and Old Bill became symbols of the common soldier's experiences, and their inclusion in "See-Saw" brought a touch of levity to the war-weary public. The Cafe de la Paix, a historic Parisian establishment, was a favorite haunt for British officers during the war. The scene in this print reflects the uneasy truce between the soldiers and the horrors of the battlefield, as they momentarily seek refuge in the familiar comforts of civilian life. This poignant moment in "See-Saw" serves as a powerful reminder of the paradoxical nature of war, where moments of respite and camaraderie are juxtaposed against the ever-present threat of violence and destruction. The print, with its intricate details and rich historical significance, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of war and uncertainty, and the indomitable human spirit that endured it.

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