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Observed of all observers by Alfred Leete
The Chauffeur of a coal-gas-driven car (to a gathering crowd): Wot are you anging around cre for? The Crowd: Please, Mister, we se waiting for the balloon to go up. A humorous comment on the use of coal gas powered vehicles during the First World War, introduced as petrol became increasingly scarce. The gas bag cars carried their fuel in an enormous rubber bag on the roof and were the subject of many jokes and cartoons such as this one by Alfred Leete, an artist best known for his famous Kitchener Your King and Country Needs You cover for London Opinion magazine. Date: 1917
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Amusing Chauffeur Coal Driving Fuel Petrol Power Powered Rationed Rationing Shortages Vehicles
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the timeless charm of Alfred Leete's iconic image, "Observed by All Observers," now available as a stunning photographic print from Media Storehouse. This captivating moment in history, depicting a coal-gas-driven car driver's interaction with a curious crowd waiting for a balloon to ascend, is a testament to the passage of time. Bring this captivating piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality photographic prints from Mary Evans Prints Online. Each print is carefully crafted using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that truly bring the image to life. Order now and relive the magic of this intriguing moment in time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.8cm x 25.4cm (7.4" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This humorous image captures the essence of the fuel shortages and creative adaptations during the First World War. In the photograph, a coal-gas-driven car's chauffeur, dressed in a smart uniform, is perplexed by the large gathering crowd, who are eagerly awaiting the launch of a balloon. The scene takes place in 1917, a time when petrol was becoming increasingly scarce, leading to the use of alternative fuel sources such as coal gas for transportation. The coal gas-powered vehicles, commonly known as 'gas bag cars,' carried their fuel in an enormous rubber bag on the roof, making them a subject of many jokes and cartoons. Alfred Leete, a renowned British artist, brilliantly captured this moment of amusement and frustration in his cartoon. Leete was best known for his famous "Your King and Country Needs You" cover for London Opinion magazine featuring Lord Kitchener. This image serves as a reminder of the unique challenges and adaptations during the war, showcasing the resilience and humor of the British people in the face of adversity.
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