Metal 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
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step into history with our exclusive Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the iconic image of "Crowd at a Football Match - Ankara, 1941" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating photograph transports you back in time to a moment in December 1942 during World War Two, where the energy and excitement of a football crowd in Ankara comes alive. With a focus on a section of the crowd, you can spot British Embassy staff in the bottom right corner, adding an intriguing layer to the story. Our premium Metal Prints are known for their vibrant colors, stunning clarity, and the unique texture they bring to your space. Make this historical moment a part of your home decor and relive the past with every glance.
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 Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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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