Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Letter opener Engraved Ypres Flanders 1917 18

Letter opener Engraved Ypres Flanders 1917 18


Framed Photos
Photo Prints
Jigsaw Puzzles
Poster Prints
Fine Art Prints
Metal Prints
Cards
Home Decor


We accept all major credit cards

Mary Evans Prints Online

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

Letter opener Engraved Ypres Flanders 1917 18

Letter opener. Engraved Ypres Flanders 1917.18. Trench Art

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 14151042

© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library

Engraved Flanders Letter Opener Topographical Trench Ypres


EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisitely crafted letter opener, dated 1917-18, bears the inscription "Ypres Flanders" and is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the First World War's Western Front. The intricate engraving on the metal blade and the ornate handle, adorned with a poppy and a cross, are characteristic of the trench art produced by soldiers during the long and arduous campaigns in the Ypres Salient, a region in the Flanders province of Belgium. The Ypres Salient was a bulge in the Western Front, which saw some of the fiercest and most protracted fighting during World War I. The area was a strategic stronghold for both the Allied and German forces, and the battlefields were marked by the destruction and devastation wrought by the relentless trench warfare. Trench art, which includes items such as this letter opener, was a way for soldiers to express their creativity and humanity amid the horrors of war. They would carve, etch, and paint on various materials, including metal, wood, and bone, to create intricate designs and symbols. These objects served as mementos, keepsakes, and tokens of hope and resilience. This letter opener, with its engraved tribute to Ypres Flanders, is a testament to the enduring human spirit and the ability to find beauty and meaning even in the most challenging of circumstances. It is a powerful reminder of the history and the sacrifices made during the First World War and the importance of preserving the stories and artifacts of that era.

MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.



redeem
Beautiful Photo Prints and Gifts
image
Professionally Printed
thumb_up
Professional quality finish
diamond
Made with high-grade materials
inventory_2
Carefully packed to aid safe arrival



Related Images


Robin van Persie scores his 2nd goal for Arsenal past John Ruddy (Norwich) Arsenal 3: 3 Norwich City
Robin van Persie scores his 2nd goal for Arsenal past John Ruddy (Norwich) Arsenal 3: 3 Norwich City
Letter opener Engraved with leaves / kukhri
Letter opener Engraved with leaves / kukhri
Letter opener with the Coat of Arms of Ypres
Letter opener with the Coat of Arms of Ypres
Austin 7 AEW of AL Chard ahead of FG Cornishs MG TA at the MCC Torquay Rally, July 1937
Austin 7 AEW of AL Chard ahead of FG Cornishs MG TA at the MCC Torquay Rally, July 1937

+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed