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Metal Print : Playing a piano amid the destruction - The Blitz
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Playing a piano amid the destruction - The Blitz
One of the men working on debris clearance in London succeeded in wresting a tune from this battered piano - circa late 1940
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Battered Beams Blitz Carnage Clearance Debris Destruction Piano Piles Planks Player Rubble Salvaging Ww 2 Ww Ii Up Right
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the power of history with our Media Storehouse Metal Print of 'The Blitz: A Piano Amid the Ruins.' This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a poignant moment during the London Blitz in the late 1940s. Amidst the destruction and chaos, a man manages to find solace and hope as he plays a battered piano, bringing a sense of normalcy and beauty to the devastation. Our high-quality Metal Prints showcase stunning detail and vibrant colors, making this historical moment a captivating addition to any space. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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.
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In the heart of the ruins of war-torn London, amidst the devastation wrought by the relentless bombing campaigns of the Blitz, a moment of respite and defiance emerged. This evocative photograph captures the image of a determined man, seated at a battered and weary upright piano, his fingers poised above the keys. The piano, a relic of a bygone era, had miraculously survived the onslaught of the Second World War, nestled amongst the debris and rubble of a destroyed building. The scene is one of stark contrasts - the elegant curves of the piano, its wooden surface worn and scarred but still standing, juxtaposed against the jagged beams and piles of planks that surround it. The man, dressed in work clothes and with a determined expression on his face, is in the midst of the debris clearance efforts, yet he cannot resist the allure of the music that the piano offers. The image is a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find solace and beauty even in the midst of chaos and destruction. The photograph, taken circa late 1940, is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit during the darkest days of the Second World War. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of music, and the role it plays in bringing comfort and hope to those who need it most. The piano, once a symbol of elegance and refinement, now stands as a beacon of hope amidst the carnage and ruins, a reminder that even in the most difficult of times, there is always a reason to play on.
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