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The King at the Front

The King at the Front. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time, his wartime work was immensely popular and appeared in nearly every major news magazine, Allied, Neutral and Central Powers alike. Literally tens of millions of readers saw wartime events through the medium of Matanias weekly illustrations and, as such, he played an important role in defining peoples mental image of what Great War battlefield scenes and soldiers looked like. Date: 1916

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1881 1963 Accomplished Alike Allied Appeared Battlefield Defining Fortunino Illustrations Illustrators Immensely Important Literally Looked Major Matania Matanias Medium Mental Millions Neutral News Played Powers Readers Realistic Role Sphere Tatler Tens Weekly Artists


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The King at the Front

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is a powerful and evocative image created by the renowned Italian-born artist Fortunino Matania in 1916. Published in both Tatler and Sphere magazines, this print captures a poignant moment in history as King George V makes an unexpected visit to the Western Front during World War I. Matania, a highly accomplished realistic illustrator and artist of his time, was known for his detailed and emotive depictions of war scenes. His wartime work was immensely popular and appeared in nearly every major news magazine, both Allied and Neutral, as well as Central Powers publications. This made him an influential figure in shaping the public's mental image of the Great War. In "The King at the Front," Matania masterfully portrays the King's interaction with the British soldiers, their faces etched with a mix of awe, respect, and gratitude. The King's own expression conveys a deep sense of empathy and connection with the troops, emphasizing the unity and camaraderie that bound the nation together during this time of conflict. This print is a testament to Matania's artistic talent and his role in documenting and interpreting the events of the Great War for millions of readers worldwide. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and their leaders during this pivotal period in history.

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