Poster Print : Cartoon, News from Montauban, WW1
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Cartoon, News from Montauban, WW1
Cartoon, News from Montauban. Three young French women read an English communique about heavy firing in the Montauban region. One of them has a cousin at the depot there, and feels bad that she thought he was having an easy time of it. Date: 1916
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14240149
© Mary Evans Picture Library
Baionnette Boots Civilian Civilians Comfort Communiqué Cushion Fifteen Frilly Hour Journalism Latest Media Montauban News Press Read Relaxing Teapot Fashionable
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Cartoon, News from Montauban poster print from Media Storehouse. This vintage cartoon, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts three young French women intently reading an English communique about heavy firing in the Montauban region during World War 1. Add a touch of history and whimsy to your walls with this intriguing and thought-provoking piece. Our high-quality poster prints are sure to bring character and conversation to any space.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the harsh realities of the First World War, the simple pleasures of home and the comfort of loved ones remained a cherished thought for many. In this poignant cartoon from 1916, three young French women gather around a tea table, their elegant and fashionable attire a stark contrast to the grim news they are reading. The communique details heavy firing in the Montauban region, causing one woman to worry about her cousin who is stationed there. The scene is set in a cozy, civilian parlor, with a teapot warming on the stove and a dog resting at their feet. The ladies, dressed in pink frilly costumes, appear to be taking a break from their daily routine, their faces reflecting a mix of concern and relaxation. The dog, a faithful companion, seems to sense the women's unease and offers a comforting presence. The cartoon serves as a reminder of the duality of life during wartime. While the soldiers braved the horrors of the battlefield, civilians at home remained connected to the war effort through the latest news reports. The simple act of reading the communique, once a mundane task, now carries a heavy weight of worry and concern for the safety of loved ones. This evocative image, with its blend of fashionable women, domestic comforts, and the looming presence of war, offers a glimpse into the complexities of life during the First World War. The women's expressions and body language add depth to the scene, making it a powerful reminder of the human cost of war.
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.
