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Fine Art Print : Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra 1944
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Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra 1944
Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Wilhelm Furtwangler, playing a Beethoven concerto during a lunch hour in a German armaments factory in Germany in 1944
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1944 Armaments Berlin Conducted Orchestra Orchestras Philharmonic Wilhelm Ww 2 Ww Ii
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the power of music history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to a remarkable moment during World War II. Witness the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, under the baton of Wilhelm Furtwangler, performing a Beethoven concerto in an unexpected setting - a German armaments factory during lunch hour in 1944. This rare and poignant photograph is a testament to the enduring spirit of music and its ability to transcend adversity. Add this inspiring piece to your collection and bring a touch of history and culture into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.3cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a rare moment of respite and cultural beauty amidst the harsh realities of World War II. Taken in 1944, the image shows members of the renowned Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, under the baton of their esteemed conductor Wilhelm Furtwangler, performing a Beethoven concerto during a lunch hour at a German armaments factory. Amidst the deafening sounds of machinery and the relentless march of war, the orchestra's music offered a fleeting escape from the daily grind of wartime production. The photograph provides a poignant reminder of the power of art and music to uplift and inspire, even in the most challenging of circumstances. The Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, one of the world's oldest and most prestigious symphony orchestras, had been based in Berlin since its founding in 1882. However, during the war, the orchestra was forced to relocate to various cities across Germany to avoid Allied bombing raids. This particular performance took place at the massive VOB Hanomag factory in Hannover, where the orchestra was in residence. Furtwangler, a German conductor of Jewish descent, had been a controversial figure during the war due to his continued association with the Nazi regime. Despite this, he is believed to have used his position to protect Jewish musicians and to promote morale among the German people through music. This photograph offers a glimpse into a complex and fascinating chapter of musical history, one that speaks to the enduring power of art to transcend even the most trying of times.
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