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WW1 inkwell, French soldier with Hotchkiss machine gun
WW1 inkwell of a French soldier with a Hotchkiss machine gun, engraved Souvenir de Reims. Trench Art
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Media ID 14149235
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
Craft Engraved Gunner Hotchkiss Inkwell Manning Metalwork Reims Rheims Souvenir Trench Weapons
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the poignant and historical "WW1 inkwell, French soldier with Hotchkiss machine gun" print from the Media Storehouse collection, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the essence of the First World War era, with a French soldier diligently tending to his Hotchkiss machine gun, an essential weapon during the conflict. The inkwell, adorned with the inscription "Souvenir de Reims," adds a personal touch to this powerful symbol of the war. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this exquisitely detailed and moving print, available now through Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and determination of a French soldier during the First World War, as he manfully operates a Hotchkiss machine gun at the front lines. The soldier's focused gaze and steady hand belie the chaos and danger surrounding him in the trenches of Reims. In the foreground, an intricately engraved inkwell sits atop a makeshift wooden table, serving as a poignant reminder of the quieter, more mundane aspects of soldiering in the midst of the larger-than-life battlefield. The Hotchkiss machine gun, a key weapon in the French army's arsenal during the war, is a formidable sight, its barrels belching smoke and fire as it rakes the enemy lines. The soldier's hands, calloused and weathered from months of trench warfare, deftly manipulate the gun's controls, ensuring a steady stream of deadly fire. The inkwell, a delicate piece of trench art, bears the inscription "Souvenir de Reims," a testament to the soldier's experiences in the city during the war. Trench art, created by soldiers during their downtime, often served as a way to bring a sense of normalcy and beauty to the harsh realities of the battlefield. This haunting image offers a glimpse into the complexities of life in the trenches, where the mundane and the macabre coexisted in a delicate balance. The soldier's unwavering focus on his task, the ominous presence of the machine gun, and the delicate inkwell all serve as a poignant reminder of the human capacity for both destruction and creation, even in the most trying of circumstances.
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