Jigsaw Puzzle > Arts > Landscape paintings > Landscape art > Landscape paintings
Jigsaw Puzzle : British trooper meets French woman on the road to Lille, WW1
Jigsaw Puzzles from Mary Evans Picture Library
British trooper meets French woman on the road to Lille, WW1
A poignant scene captured by the Sphere magazines special artist, Fortunino Matania showing a British trooper riding through a devastated French landscape and stopping to speak to a French woman and her child. According to the caption, the woman explains that her home has gone and her husband had been killed at Verdun. Date: 1919
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 11398010
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Battlefields Civilian Civilians Devastated Devastation Fortunino Horseback Lille Matania Poignant Ruined Torn Trooper 1919 Wartorn
Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of World War I through the captivating and intricately detailed Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle, featuring the iconic image "British trooper meets French woman on the road to Lille" by Fortunino Matania from Mary Evans Prints Online. This poignant scene, originally published in Sphere magazine, captures the essence of the human connection amidst the chaos of war. Immerse yourself in the story as you piece together this jigsaw puzzle, a beautiful and engaging way to explore history.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76cm (20" x 29.9")
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Muridae
> Western Mouse
> Arts
> Artists
> Fortunino Matania
> Arts
> Artists
> Related Images
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Landscape art
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Literature
> Magazines
> Historic
> World War I and II
> Battlefields
> Historic
> World War I and II
> Civilians during the war
> Popular Themes
> Fortunino Matania
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> Fortunino Matania
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the ruins of war-torn France, a poignant moment of human connection unfolds on the road to Lille during the aftermath of the First World War. In this evocative image captured by Fortunino Matania, a renowned special artist for Sphere magazine, a British trooper halts his horse in the devastated landscape, pausing to speak with a French woman and her young child. The woman's home, like so many others, lies in ruins, reduced to rubble and ashes. Her voice trembles as she shares the heart-wrenching news of her husband's death at the Battle of Verdun. The soldier listens intently, his expression a mixture of sadness and compassion. The horse, sensing the solemnity of the moment, stands still, its ears pricked, as if bearing witness to this poignant scene. The landscape around them is a testament to the devastation wrought by the Great War, with trees stripped bare and the horizon marred by the smokestacks of destroyed industries. This powerful image, captured in 1919, serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict and the enduring bonds that transcend national boundaries.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
