Getting the Local Colour by Bruce Bairnsfather
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Getting the Local Colour by Bruce Bairnsfather
Getting the Local Colour In that rare and elusive period known as " Leave" it is necessary to reconstruct the " atmosphere" of the front as far as possible in order to produce the weekly " Fragment" A cartoon by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather in The Bystander. Bairnsfather includes himself in the illustration, sketching while two boys and an old gardener help to recreate the noisy, wet trench experience Date: 1917
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Getting the Local Colour
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is a captivating and humorous cartoon by the renowned British satirical artist, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, published in The Bystander magazine in 1917 during the First World War. The image portrays Bairnsfather himself, seated in a garden setting, engrossed in sketching as two boys and an old gardener work together to recreate the authentic atmosphere of the trenches. During the rare and elusive periods of "leave," soldiers sought to replicate the conditions of the frontline to accurately depict their experiences in their artwork. Bairnsfather's cartoon brilliantly captures the essence of this endeavour. The artist's use of humour and light-heartedness adds a layer of depth to the otherwise grim realities of war. The boys in the illustration are shown splashing water and creating noise, mimicking the sound effects of the trenches. The old gardener, with his watering can and gardening tools, symbolizes the transformation of the peaceful garden into a war-torn environment. Bairnsfather's skillful depiction of this scene highlights the resilience and adaptability of soldiers during wartime. The cartoon, titled "Getting the Local Colour," is a testament to the creativity and resourcefulness of soldiers during the First World War. It serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a connection to reality, even in the most challenging of circumstances. This historical piece of art not only provides insight into the daily lives of soldiers during the war but also showcases the power of humour and imagination in coping with adversity.
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