Metal Print : Belfast Looters 1922
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Belfast Looters 1922
Demonstrators loot a liquor store during street fighting in Belfast
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Media ID 621435
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Belfast Demonstrators Grab Liquor Loot Pillage Smash Store 1922 Looters
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "Belfast Looters 1922" from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph captures the raw energy and intensity of street fighting in Belfast during 1922. The metal print process gives the image a unique, three-dimensional effect, making it a standout addition to any wall. Relive history with this captivating and conversation-starting piece.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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 chaos and destruction that gripped the streets of Belfast during the violent clashes of 1922. The image shows a group of demonstrators, their faces obscured by makeshift masks, looting a liquor store. The storefront window has been shattered, and the determined figures reach in to grab bottles and cases of alcohol. Smoke rises in the background, indicating ongoing fighting and unrest. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the turbulent history of Northern Ireland and the tensions that have long simmered between its Protestant and Catholic communities. The events of 1922 marked the beginning of the Irish War of Independence in Northern Ireland, which lasted until 1925. The conflict arose from the desire of some in the predominantly Catholic nationalist community to unite Ireland as a single, independent state, while others, mainly Protestants, wished to maintain the region's connection to the United Kingdom. The looting of liquor stores was a common occurrence during periods of unrest and violence in Belfast. The sale and consumption of alcohol were often used as symbols of the perceived moral decay of the opposing community. The image of these demonstrators, armed with makeshift weapons and looting a liquor store, underscores the raw emotions and tensions that fueled the violence and unrest in Belfast during this period. Despite the challenges of the past, Belfast has emerged as a vibrant and resilient city. Today, it is known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture, and welcoming people. However, the events of 1922 serve as a stark reminder of the complex and often tumultuous history of Northern Ireland and the importance of understanding and learning from the past to build a better future.
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