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Framed Print : The Observation Post No reply, Sir - line cut again
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The Observation Post No reply, Sir - line cut again
The Observation Post. No reply, Sir - line cut again. Captain Gilbert Holiday, Royal Field Artillery (1879-1937). Holidays Early Life Was Spent In St. Johns Wood And From His Window He Was Able To Watch The Royal Horse Artillery, Which Was His First Contact With Horses. He Was Educated At Westminster And Then Studied At The R.A. Schools. He Worked As An Illustrator At The Graphic, The Tatler And The Illustrated London News. Holiday Served As A Gunner In The Royal Field Artillery On The Western Front During The First World War And He Painted Many Pictures For Army Messes
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Media ID 14152086
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1879 Artillery Contact Educated Gilbert Graphic Gunner Illustrator Johns Messes News Observation Pictures Reply Schools Served Spent Studied Tatler Watch Westminster Worked 1937
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "The Observation Post" by Captain Gilbert Holiday, an evocative piece from the Royal Field Artillery's early days. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a tense moment during military observation, with the caption "No reply, Sir - line cut again." The black and white photograph transports you back in time, offering a glimpse into the history and camaraderie of the British military. Each print is carefully framed in a contemporary style, making it a stunning addition to any home or office decor. Order now and bring a piece of history into your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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No reply, Sir - line cut again: A Glimpse into the Life of Captain Gilbert Holiday, Royal Field Artillery This evocative photograph captures the stoic determination of Captain Gilbert Holiday, Royal Field Artillery, as he diligently monitors his post during the First World War. The captioned image, "No reply, Sir - line cut again," speaks to the unyielding nature of the frontlines and the importance of unwavering focus and communication in the face of adversity. Born in St. Johns Wood, London, Holiday's early life was marked by a unique connection to the military through his ability to observe the Royal Horse Artillery from his window. Following his education at Westminster and the R.A. Schools, Holiday pursued a career as an illustrator for esteemed publications such as The Graphic, The Tatler, and The Illustrated London News. When war broke out, Holiday answered the call to duty, serving as a gunner in the Royal Field Artillery on the Western Front. His experiences during this time inspired him to create numerous paintings for army messes, capturing the essence of life on the frontlines and providing a valuable record of history. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers like Captain Holiday during times of conflict. His story serves as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of art to preserve and document history.
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