Photographic Print : Light Unshaded! Blackout rebels bribe official
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Light Unshaded! Blackout rebels bribe official
An Upper Class Party is disturbed by an official complaining about the non-blackout of this London address during WWI. The host is furiously apologising and bribing the air raid warden with a glass of champagne! Date: circa 1915
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Media ID 11553480
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Address Blackout Bottle Bribe Bribery Bribes Champagne Complaining Complaint Corruption Disturbed Host Lights Official Raid Signalling Warden Apologetic Apologising Bribing Upper
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Light Unshaded! Blackout Rebels Bribe Official" photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to an Upper Class London party during World War I. The scene is set with guests in elegant attire, engrossed in lively conversation, when an official enters, disrupting the festivities with complaints about the non-blackout of the address. The host is shown in a heated exchange, trying to appease the official while guests look on with a mixture of amusement and concern. This powerful moment in history is beautifully captured in this authentic, rights-managed print. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring a touch of historical intrigue to your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.6cm (11" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the somber backdrop of World War I, an upper class London party is momentarily disrupted by an unexpected guest: an air raid warden, displeased by the non-blackout of the address. The host, dressed in elegant attire, is seen in a state of apologetic distress, extending a glass of champagne in an attempt to bribe the official. The warden, with a stern expression, signals his acceptance of the offer with a raised eyebrow. The scene, captured in this humorous and comic postcard from circa 1915, offers a glimpse into the unexpected realities of wartime life. The upper class partygoers, accustomed to the luxuries of their home, are momentarily taken aback by the intrusion of the realities of war. The use of bribery, even in the face of a seemingly minor infraction, highlights the corruption and desperation that can emerge during times of crisis. Despite the seriousness of the situation, the image maintains a lighthearted tone, offering a fun and funny glimpse into history.
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