Fine Art Print : WW2 Christmas card, wartime woman
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
WW2 Christmas card, wartime woman
WW2 Christmas card, a wartime woman considering her work options. Date: circa 1942
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Media ID 14191204
© The March of the Women Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this poignant WW2 Christmas card image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Capturing the essence of the war years, this evocative print depicts a thoughtful woman in wartime attire, contemplating her work options amidst the holiday season. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed piece, a timeless reminder of the resilience and determination of the human spirit during challenging times.
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
This evocative WW2 Christmas card image captures the spirit of wartime resilience and determination as a woman in a red cross uniform ponders her work options for the upcoming holiday season. Circa 1942, the date of this ephemeral piece of correspondence, was a pivotal time in history as the world grappled with the realities of the ongoing Second World War. The woman, dressed in her WAAC (Women's Auxiliary Army Corps) uniform, stands with a thoughtful expression, her chin in hand, as she considers her choices. Behind her, a cartoonish figure of a man in a suit and top hat, representing the traditional office worker, looks on in amusement from a distance. The woman's potential work options are illustrated in the background: a nurse with a stethoscope, an ambulance driver with a steering wheel, and a saluting military figure. The use of humor in this design adds a lighthearted touch to the seriousness of the war effort, reflecting the adaptability and resourcefulness of the people during this time. The red cross symbol on her uniform further emphasizes the importance of the humanitarian efforts taking place during the war. This WW2 Christmas card is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and adaptations made during the 1940s, as women like this one stepped up to take on new roles and responsibilities in the face of unprecedented challenges. The image invites us to reflect on the courage and determination of those who lived through this era and the enduring impact of their contributions to history.
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