Home > Popular Themes > The London Blitz
Photographic Print : Playing a piano amid the destruction - The Blitz
Photo Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
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
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 4414531
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10290580
Battered Beams Blitz Carnage Clearance Debris Destruction Piano Piles Planks Player Rubble Salvaging Ww 2 Ww Ii Up Right
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the "Playing a piano amid the destruction - The Blitz" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures a poignant moment during London's darkest hours, circa late 1940. Amid the ruins of the Blitz, a determined man plays a battered piano, bringing a fleeting moment of solace and hope to the devastated scene. Our high-quality photographic prints preserve the history and emotion of this powerful image, making it a unique and inspiring addition to any home or office space. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your world.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Art
> Music
> Related Images
> Popular Themes
> The London Blitz
EDITORS COMMENTS
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.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
