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Sur le front d'artois - Feuilles d'Album de Jean Lefort; Matinee recreative, 1915 (1916). Creator: Jean Lefort
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Sur le front d'artois - Feuilles d'Album de Jean Lefort; Matinee recreative, 1915 (1916). Creator: Jean Lefort
Sur le front d'artois - Feuilles d'Album de Jean Lefort; Matinee recreative : Poulot, de l'Eldorado. (Houvelin, 15 juillet 1915.), 1915. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII. La Guerre Juillet, Aout, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Decembre 1916"
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Artois France Audience Jean Lefort Lefort Jean Morale Boosting Trench Trench Warfare Trenches Western Front Armed Services
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Sur le front d'Artois - Feuilles d'Album de Jean Lefort; Matinee recreative" is a captivating watercolor painting by Jean Lefort, created in 1915 (published in 1916). This evocative work of art depicts a moment of respite and morale boosting during the harsh realities of the First World War. Set against the backdrop of the Western Front in France, soldiers huddle around a makeshift stage, their weary expressions momentarily forgotten as they watch a performance. The scene takes place in the Artois region, a notorious battleground where trench warfare raged on. The painting captures the stark contrast between the brutal realities of the war and the escapist nature of the entertainment provided for the troops. In the foreground, a man in uniform, identified as Poulot from Eldorado, performs for the audience. His vibrant costume and animated expression add a splash of color to the otherwise monochromatic landscape. The soldiers, dressed in their drab uniforms, lean in, their eyes fixed on the performer, their attention fully engaged. The painting masterfully conveys the power of art and entertainment to provide a temporary escape from the horrors of war. This poignant painting is a testament to the enduring human spirit and the importance of maintaining morale during times of conflict. It is a poignant reminder of the shared experiences of soldiers during the First World War and the role that art and entertainment played in their lives. Jean Lefort's "Sur le front d'Artois - Feuilles d'Album de Jean Lefort; Matinee recreative" is a valuable historical document and an important piece of art from the early 20th century. It offers a unique perspective on the First World War and the daily life of soldiers on the front lines.
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