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Exposition de tableaux de maitres modernes... vente au profit de l oeuvre le vetement du prisonnier de guerre. Galerie Georges Bernheim. A French soldier (possibly Poulbot) in a prison camp sketching as he watches the other prisoners unload packages, presumably of clothing, as the German guards watch them. Date 1916. Exposition de tableaux de maitres modernes... vente au profit de l oeuvre le vetement du prisonnier de guerre. Galerie Georges Bernheim. A French soldier (possibly Poulbot) in a prison camp sketching as he watches the other prisoners unload packages, presumably of clothing, as the German guards watch them. Date 1916
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Exposition Galerie Guerre Loeuvre Maitres Profit Tableaux Vente Bernheim Modernes Prisonnier Vetement
Exposition de tableaux de maitres modernes... vente au profit de l'oeuvre le vetement du prisonnier de guerre
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(Exposition of Works by Modern Masters... Sale for the Benefit of Clothing for Prisoners of War), a poignant poster from 1916, depicts a French soldier, possibly identified as Poulbot, in the midst of a prison camp scene. The soldier is engrossed in sketching as his fellow prisoners laboriously unload packages, presumably filled with clothing, under the watchful eyes of German guards. This powerful image, captured by an unknown photographer, was produced to promote an art exhibition at the Galerie Georges Bernheim in Paris. The proceeds from the sale of the modern masterpieces displayed at the exhibition were donated towards providing clothing for French prisoners of war. The poster serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of war and the human spirit's resilience. The soldier's act of creating art amidst the chaos and despair is a testament to the power of imagination and the importance of hope in even the most challenging circumstances. The Galerie Georges Bernheim, a prominent Parisian art gallery, played a significant role in promoting modern art during this period. The exhibition, featuring works by renowned artists, was an important fundraising event that aimed to provide essential aid to those affected by the ongoing conflict. This poster is a poignant and evocative reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime and the role that art and creativity can play in uplifting the human spirit. The image of the soldier, lost in his sketching, is a powerful symbol of the enduring power of art and the human spirit, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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