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Runner holding an accordion - Istanbul, Turkey
A Turkish Fireman - a runner who ran ahead to warn of a fire, making an almighty wail and a racket on his accordion. Date: 1873
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Media ID 14396962
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1873 Accordion Ahead Alert Constantinople Noise Noisy Racket Runner Squeezebox Wail Wailing Wails Warn Warning Warns Alerting Alerts Almighty Firefighter Fireman
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating 'Runner with Accordion - Istanbul, Turkey' fine art print from our Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to 1873, where a Turkish fireman is depicted in the midst of an emergency. With determination in his eyes and an accordion in hand, he runs ahead to warn the unsuspecting townspeople of an impending fire. The haunting melody of the accordion pierces the air, a potent symbol of urgency and alarm. Add this stunning historical print to your collection and bring a piece of the rich cultural heritage of Istanbul into your home or office.
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 32.1cm x 53.3cm (12.6" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 photograph, taken in Istanbul, Turkey, in the year 1873, depicts an extraordinary figure: a Turkish fireman, doubling as a runner, sounding an alarm with all his might on an accordion. The fireman, dressed in his uniform, is seen in a state of intense focus, his eyes fixed on the horizon as he runs ahead, his lips pressed firmly against the bellows of the accordion, producing an almighty wail that would echo through the streets and alert the city's inhabitants to the impending danger of a fire. The image, a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the 19th century, is a poignant reminder of the importance of communication and warning systems during times of crisis. The accordion, a common instrument in Turkish culture, was repurposed as a noisy and effective tool for raising the alarm, its squeeze box producing a racket that could be heard from afar. The photograph, titled 'Turkish Fireman - a runner who ran ahead to warn of a fire, making an almighty wail and a racket on his accordion,' is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the daily life and emergency response systems of Istanbul during the 1870s. The image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable addition to any collection of historical photographs, and a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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