Fine Art Print : Cartoon, An easy target, WW1
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Cartoon, An easy target, WW1
Cartoon, An easy target. A German sailor tells his Commandant that a merchant ship has stopped near them. The Commandant replies that in that case hes not likely to miss it. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14240026
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. This captivating cartoon, titled "An easy target" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes us back to World War I. With a witty and insightful commentary on the war effort, this vintage cartoon depicts a German sailor reporting the sighting of a merchant ship, only to be met with a nonchalant response from his commandant. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring a piece of historical humor into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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
An Easy Target: A Poignant WWI Cartoon from the Trenches of the North Sea This evocative cartoon, titled "An Easy Target," captures the tense atmosphere of the First World War at sea. Dated 1916, the image depicts a German sailor standing at the railing of a ship, peering through binoculars towards the horizon. Behind him, his commandant, clad in a stern uniform adorned with the Iron Cross, leans over a map-covered table, his gaze fixed on the same distant point. The sailor, with a worried expression, announces that a merchant ship has been spotted nearby. The commandant's response, delivered with a casual air, reveals the grim reality of naval warfare during WWI: "In that case, I'm not likely to miss it." The cartoon's title, "An Easy Target," underscores the vulnerability of merchant vessels during this period. With British blockades in place, German U-boats and surface raiders preyed upon Allied merchant ships, often sinking them without warning. This cartoon serves as a poignant reminder of the constant danger and uncertainty that marked life at sea during the First World War. The image's pirate-like overtones, with the German sailor and commandant resembling swashbuckling buccaneers, add a layer of intrigue and drama to the scene. The use of a map and binoculars further emphasizes the strategic nature of naval warfare during this time. Overall, "An Easy Target" is a powerful and evocative snapshot of life at sea during WWI, offering a glimpse into the complex web of strategy, danger, and human emotion that defined this pivotal moment in history.
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