Fine Art Print : Crowd at a football match - Ankara, 1941
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Crowd at a football match - Ankara, 1941
Section of the crowd at a football match which took place in Ankara in December 1941 (during World War Two). Features British Embassy staff (front bottom right) and an extraordinary lady with the classic look of a spy in the centre, with sunlight reflecting off the left lens of her spectacles
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1941 Angora Ankara Embassy Football Match Officials Section Spies Staff Watching December
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Crowd at a Football Match - Ankara, 1941" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness a moment in time as British Embassy staff and locals come together in Ankara, Turkey, during an extraordinary football match in December 1941. Amidst the excitement of the crowd, this evocative black and white photograph transports you back to a unique era, offering a glimpse into the past during World War Two. Add a touch of history and character to your space with this stunning Fine Art Print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a lively crowd gathers at a football match in Ankara, Turkey, in December 1941. Amidst the sea of spectators, dressed in various coats and hats to ward off the winter chill, a few distinguished figures can be identified. Front and bottom right, a group of British Embassy staff members, identifiable by their uniforms and the Union Jack flag, engage in animated conversation. Their presence in Ankara during World War Two underscores the diplomatic significance of the event. The photograph's intrigue, however, lies in the captivating figure of an extraordinary woman, positioned centrally and slightly off-centre. Her classic spy look, complete with a tailored suit, a hat pulled low over her forehead, and sunglasses with the left lens reflecting the sunlight, adds an air of mystery to the scene. The historical context of the image, with the backdrop of a global conflict, only heightens the intrigue surrounding her identity. The match, held in the Turkish capital city of Ankara, likely took place at the Angora Stadium, which was the primary venue for football matches during that era. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a snapshot of a moment in history when diplomacy, sports, and intrigue intersected in a bustling Turkish crowd. This section of the crowd at a football match in Ankara during December 1941 is an intriguing historical image that invites the viewer to ponder the stories and secrets that may have unfolded that day.
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