The Cemetery, Étaples (1919) – Sir John Lavery

Collector’s Edition Irish Master Art Print

Experience the quiet power of remembrance through Sir John Lavery’s The Cemetery, Étaples (1919) – one of the most moving works of post-war Irish art. Painted after the First World War, it depicts the vast stillness of Étaples Military Cemetery in northern France, final resting place of over 11,000 Commonwealth soldiers.

A Masterpiece of Irish Remembrance

Serving as an official British War Artist, Lavery transformed a landscape of grief into a powerful vision of grace and collective mourning. Rows of pale wooden crosses stretch into the distance, while small figures move quietly between the graves. In the far distance, a steam train travels across the horizon – a subtle symbol of life continuing in the wake of profound loss.

With its restrained palette of ochres, greens and greys, the painting captures the hushed light of early morning. The figures are caretakers rather than mourners – guardians of memory who tend to the resting place of the fallen.

Collector’s Edition – Museum-Quality Reproduction

This Collector’s Edition print has been created to honour Lavery’s original work with exceptional attention to detail and longevity.

• Premium Master’s Edition reproduction of The Cemetery, Étaples (1919)
• Printed on 250 gsm museum-grade archival matte paper (natural white, acid-free)
• High-resolution giclée printing with pigment-based inks for 100+ years of colour stability
• Faithful colour matching to preserve Lavery’s tonal balance and brushwork

Framing & Presentation

Choose the Collector’s Edition framed option for a ready-to-hang gallery finish:

• FSC-certified hardwood frames in Black Gallery, White Gallery or Natural Oak/Ash
• Shatter-resistant, UV-protective plexiglass to safeguard your print
• Archival backing and hanging hardware included – delivered ready to hang
• Clean, minimal profile that complements both contemporary and traditional interiors

Why This Artwork Belongs in Your Collection

This is more than a landscape: it is a meditation on history, empathy and the human cost of war. Lavery’s painting holds a special place within Irish and British cultural memory and is a powerful choice for anyone with an interest in history, military heritage or Irish art.

Ideal for:

• Heritage-inspired interiors and library or study spaces
• Collectors of Irish master painters and First World War art
• Thoughtful gifts to honour family history, remembrance and service

Archival Quality, Thoughtful Details

Every print is produced using museum-standard materials to ensure it can be enjoyed for generations. From the FSC-certified timber to the archival inks and papers, this Collector’s Edition is designed to respect both the artwork and the story it carries.

Shipping & Delivery

• Free worldwide shipping on all orders
• Printed and framed to order; ships in 2–5 business days
• Secure packaging designed to protect your artwork in transit

Add this museum-quality Irish masterwork to your collection and bring a powerful work of remembrance into your home, office or personal library.