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Some shorages and how they are dealt with 1918
Shortage of skins and hides in Scotland, using trousers for their bagpipes. Shortage of iron hoops for wine casks. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans Date: 1918
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Media ID 14143043
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Casks Heath Hoops Iron Materials Robinson Shortages
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the poignant image "Shortages of 1918: Scotland's Creative Solutions" from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the innovative spirit of the Scottish people during wartime as they creatively adapt to the shortages of skins and hides, using trousers as makeshift bags for their bagpipes. Behold the ingenious method of using empty wine casks without iron hoops. This evocative print offers a unique glimpse into history, sure to inspire reflection and conversation.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.9cm x 50.8cm (14.1" 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.
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Caption: A Humorous Take on Wartime Shortages in Scotland, 1918 (Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans Date: 1918) During the tumultuous years of World War I, the harsh realities of the conflict were felt far and wide, with shortages of essential materials affecting various aspects of daily life. In this charming and humorous cartoon, William Heath Robinson satirically depicts the struggles faced by the Scottish people during this period. The image shows a group of bagpipers, their traditional kilts replaced with trousers, as they search for suitable materials to craft their bagpipe covers. The scarcity of skins and hides for this purpose left them with few options, leading to this unconventional yet resourceful solution. Another shortage depicted in the cartoon is the lack of iron hoops for wine casks. The absence of these crucial components forced the ingenious Scots to improvise, as evidenced by the makeshift hoops fashioned from barrel staves. This lighthearted illustration serves as a poignant reminder of the resourcefulness and resilience displayed by the British people during the wartime shortages. Despite the challenges, they continued to find creative solutions to maintain their traditions and adapt to the ever-changing circumstances. In this snapshot of history, William Heath Robinson masterfully captures the spirit of the Scottish people during World War I, leaving us with a lasting impression of their determination and humor in the face of adversity.
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