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Czech Republic - Sokol Rally in Prague
A rally to promoting public exercise as a way to stimulate national self importance (through organised gymnastic and athletic demonstrations - usually mass-participation). The Sokol (which translates as Falcon ) arose as the first Czech Gymnastic organisation in the 1860s. Between the First and Second World Wars the organisation grew to have a million members. The Sokol programmes were organised to have mass appeal across all strata of Czech society and across all age groups
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Media ID 4451949
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Athletic Calisthenics Clenched Courage Cultural Czech Czechoslovakia Czechoslovakian Defiance Demonstration Endurance Exercise Exercising Falcon Fist Fraternalism Gymnastic Health Healthy Loin Cloth Mass Nationalism Participation Patriotic Patriotism Prague Pride Propaganda Rally Sandals Sokol Strength Strong Vsesokolsky
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the breathtaking "Czech Republic - Sokol Rally in Prague" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image captures the spirit of the Sokol Rally, an inspiring event promoting physical fitness and national pride through mass-participation gymnastic and athletic demonstrations. The vibrant colors and intricate details of this captivating scene are beautifully rendered on our premium canvas material, creating a stunning piece of art that is sure to make a statement in any home or office. Order your "Czech Republic - Sokol Rally in Prague" Canvas Print today and bring a piece of history and inspiration into your space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.3cm x 76.2cm (19" x 30")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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 evocative photograph captures the spirit of the Sokol Rally in Prague, a mass-participation event promoting public exercise and national pride in the Czech Republic. The Sokol, which translates to Falcon, was the first Czech gymnastic organization, established in the 1860s. By the interwar period, it had grown to have over a million members, making it a powerful cultural force across all strata of Czech society and age groups. The image showcases a sea of red-clad participants, their fists clenched in defiance and determination, standing strong on a sandy beach. The atmosphere is one of historical significance and cultural fraternalism, as the Sokol movement sought to instill a sense of Czechoslovakian nationalism and patriotism through organized gymnastic and athletic demonstrations. The participants, dressed in loin cloths and sandals, embody the enduring strength and courage of the Czech people. Their vigorous calisthenics and gymnastic exercises were not only a testament to their physical health and endurance but also a symbol of their collective spirit and resilience. The Sokol Rally in Prague was a powerful display of public participation and a testament to the organization's commitment to promoting a healthy and strong society. This historical photograph, with its striking imagery and powerful symbolism, serves as a reminder of the Sokol's role in shaping Czechoslovakian history and fostering a sense of national pride and self-importance.
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