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Frank O Salisbury working on painting of King at the Front
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Frank O Salisbury working on painting of King at the Front
Artist Frank O. Salisbury pictured at work on a huge canvas for his famous painting of the royal visit to the Front. The painting depicted King George V, Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig and the Prince of Wales at Kemmel Hill overlooking Wytschaete and Messines Ridge while the bottom panel showed Queen Mary visiting a war hospital, 1918.
1917
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Frank Haig Jan16 Kemmel Ladder Marshal Messines Painter Ridge Salisbury Artists Douglas
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and focus of renowned British painter, Frank O. Salisbury, as he brings to life his masterpiece, "King at the Front." Painted in 1918, this large-scale canvas depicts a pivotal moment during the First World War: King George V, Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig, and the Prince of Wales standing on Kemmel Hill overlooking Wytschaete and Messines Ridge. The painting's upper panel immortalizes the royal visit to the Western Front, while the lower panel showcases Queen Mary visiting a war hospital. With a ladder and brushes in hand, Salisbury meticulously adds details to the intricate work, which would become one of the most iconic images of the war. The artist's dedication and passion for capturing the essence of this historic event are palpable in this image. Originally published in the Illustrated London News in January 1917, this photograph offers a unique glimpse into the creative process of one of the most celebrated artists of the era.
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