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WW1 knitting postcard - Absent yet Near
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WW1 knitting postcard - Absent yet Near
A young wife sits at home knitting comforts for the troops with her soldier husband very much in her thoughts, subliminally sending her a loving, but rather bad poem. Date: c.1915
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Absent Yet Near
EDITORS COMMENTS
: A poignant snapshot of domestic life during the First World War, this evocative postcard image captures the tender moment of a young wife engaged in the act of knitting comforts for her soldier husband, who is far away at the front. The scene is set in a cozy, candlelit room, where the warm glow casts a gentle light upon the devoted wife and her knitting needles. Her soldier husband, represented by a pipe left behind, is absent in body but present in spirit. The title "Absent Yet Near" encapsulates the sentimental sentiment of the moment, as the wife's loving thoughts are subliminally sent to her husband through the act of creating these comforting items. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Great War, as husbands, fathers, and sons left their homes to fight for their country, leaving their loved ones behind. The postcard, dated around 1915, is a poignant historical artifact that speaks to the enduring power of love and connection, even in the face of war and separation. The image of the pipe is a symbol of the husband's presence, a tangible reminder of his love and support, as well as a reminder of the simple pleasures of home that he longed for while away. The knitted comforts, too, serve as a symbol of love and care, a small but meaningful gesture that would have brought warmth and comfort to the soldiers on the front lines. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time, to a moment of love, sacrifice, and resilience in the face of war. It is a poignant reminder of the human spirit and the enduring power of love, even in the most challenging of times.
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