An excellent World War 1 Grimwades Bruce Bairnsfather 'Old Bill' wall plaque with the caption "GIVE IT A GOOD 'ARD' UN BERT. YOU CAN GENERALLY 'EAR EM FIZZING A BIT FIRST IF THEY ARE AGOIN TO EXPLODE". Printed in sepia with Bruce Bairnsfather signature. In great condition; no chips, cracks or restoration. Mild age related crazing typical of these wares. Pierced foot rim for hanging. Grimwades globe and “Made by the Girls of Staffordshire during the Winter of 1917 when the Boys were in the trenches fighting for Liberty and Civilisation” backstamps. Diameter 24.75cm (9.75in)