Poster 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
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Crowd at a Football Match - Ankara, 1941" print from Media Storehouse's exclusive collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to a moment in history, as a lively crowd gathers for a football match in Ankara during December 1941. Amidst the sea of fans, distinguished British Embassy staff can be spotted at the bottom right of the frame, adding an intriguing historical context to this captivating scene. Bring the past to life in your home or office with this unique and intriguing piece of history. Order now and relive the excitement of a bygone era.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 61.5cm x 40cm (24.2" x 15.7")
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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