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The Intruder : what billeting of German Soldiers often means to French and Belgian Villagers, from The Illustrated War News, 1916 (litho)
STC311097 The Intruder : what billeting of German Soldiers often means to French and Belgian Villagers, from The Illustrated War News, 1916 (litho) by Jonas, Lucien Hector (1880-1947); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection
Media ID 25143784
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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.
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The Intruder - A Glimpse into the Harsh Reality of German Soldier Billeting in French and Belgian Villages during World War I
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photo print, titled "The Intruder" captures the profound impact of German soldier billeting on innocent French and Belgian villagers during the tumultuous years of World War I. The lithograph, created by Lucien Hector Jonas in 1916, serves as a powerful piece of propaganda that sheds light on the unwelcome presence and disruptive behavior exhibited by occupying forces. In this evocative scene, we witness a small cottage transformed into an unlikely shelter for a weary German soldier. Sprawled across the floor with his rifle carelessly discarded beside him, he lies passed out from excessive drinking. Meanwhile, a distraught mother cradles her crying child nearby, their faces etched with fear and despair. The image symbolizes not only the physical invasion but also the emotional turmoil inflicted upon these war-torn communities. The sight of bottles strewn about suggests both indulgence and escapism for soldiers amidst their hostile surroundings. Through this artwork's vivid portrayal, viewers are confronted with the harsh realities faced by civilians living under occupation. It serves as a reminder that war brings not only destruction to landscapes but also disrupts lives at an intimate level. "The Intruder" stands as a testament to human resilience amid adversity while highlighting the need for empathy and understanding in times of conflict.
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