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Metal Print : La Suppression de L'Industrie Francaise; la destruction au Marteau des metiers du tissage... 1917. Creator: Unknown
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La Suppression de L'Industrie Francaise; la destruction au Marteau des metiers du tissage... 1917. Creator: Unknown
La Suppression de L'Industrie Francaise; la destruction au Marteau des metiers du tissage cattelain, a Boussieres, en juin 1917, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Destroyed Destruction Hammer Hammers Machine Machinery Occupied Territory Territory Textile Industry Textile Mill Tools Weaving Machine Armed Services Smashed Weaving Shed
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the power of history with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This captivating image, 'La Suppression de L'Industrie Francaise; la destruction au Marteau des metiers du tissage... 1917' by an unknown artist from Heritage Images, takes you back to the tumultuous year of 1917. Witness the destruction of French textile industries in Boussieres, depicted in this evocative photograph. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring out the rich details and textures of this historical moment, making it a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Embrace the past with a modern twist, as the vibrant colors and sleek metal finish bring this powerful image to life.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
La Suppression de L'Industrie Francaise; la destruction au Marteau des metiers du tissage (The Suppression of the French Industry: The Destruction of Weaving Looms by Hammer, Boussieres, June 1917) is a poignant and powerful lithograph depicting the aftermath of the German occupation of France during World War I. The image, created in 1917, is from the album "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924. The photograph shows a group of soldiers, likely German, standing over a destroyed textile mill in the town of Boussieres. The weaving sheds have been reduced to rubble, and the once-proud machinery lies smashed and broken. In the foreground, a man, possibly a local worker, looks on in despair as a soldier wields a hammer, symbolizing the ruthless destruction of the French textile industry. The textile industry was a significant sector of the French economy, and its destruction was a strategic move by the Germans to weaken the French war effort. The image serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of war on civilians and their livelihoods. The use of the hammer as a tool of destruction also symbolizes the brutal and violent nature of warfare during this period. The exact creator of this lithograph is unknown, adding to its historical intrigue. The image is a testament to the enduring power of photography to capture and preserve the raw emotions and realities of history. It is a haunting reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the lasting impact it had on the people of France and beyond.
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