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Poster Print : Member of the First World War Womens Land Army, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1917
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Member of the First World War Womens Land Army, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1917
A portrait of an unknown member of the Womens Land Army. Colourised by Coral Walters. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : 1972.2.738.CO
Media ID 19220408
© From the collection of the RIC
Armband Front Home Plants Shrubs Wartime Colorized Colourized Plant Pot
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This rare and authentic image portrays an unidentified member of the Women's Land Army, serving in Truro, Cornwall around 1917. Original photograph taken by Arthur William Jordan, now beautifully colourised by Coral Walters. Add a touch of history to your space with this evocative and intriguing portrait from the Royal Cornwall Museum's collection. Each print is produced with the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colours and long-lasting durability. Bring the past to life in your home or office today."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 49.1cm (16.5" x 19.3")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum showcases a remarkable member of the First World War Women's Land Army, captured in Truro, Cornwall around 1917. The portrait, skillfully colorized by Coral Walters, brings to life the vibrant history of this courageous woman who played an essential role during wartime. In this image, we see an unknown heroine proudly donning her distinctive cornish ring and armband as symbols of her dedication to serving her country. Standing confidently in front of a lush backdrop of shrubs and plants, she exudes resilience and determination. The carefully arranged plant pot beside her hints at the nurturing spirit that these women brought to their work on the land. Despite being far from home and facing unprecedented challenges, they created a sense of warmth and familiarity amidst the chaos of war. The addition of color breathes new life into this historical photograph, allowing us to connect with its subject on a deeper level. It reminds us that these women were not just black-and-white figures from our past but real individuals who made significant contributions during times of great adversity. As we gaze upon this striking portrait, let us pay tribute to all those unsung heroes who served in the Women's Land Army—a testament to their unwavering commitment and invaluable service for our nation.
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