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Ice hockey, played in a Moscow park
Ice hockey, played in a Moscow park, USSR. Date: 1986
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Media ID 14308666
© Rod Shone / Mary Evans Picture Library
1986 Atmosphere Atmospheric Communism Communist Eighties Hockey Mood Moscow Muscovites Played Republics Shone Socialist Soviet Ussr
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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
This evocative photograph captures the raw energy and spirit of ice hockey in Moscow during the USSR era, specifically in the year 1986. The scene unfolds on a frozen park pond, where a thrilling match is underway between two passionate teams of Muscovites. The Union Jacks of the Soviet Socialist Republics are proudly displayed on their jerseys, reflecting the strong sense of communist camaraderie that permeated the Soviet Union during the 1980s. The atmosphere is thick with excitement as the crowd gathers around the rink, their breaths visible in the crisp winter air. The players, bundled up against the cold, focus intently on the game, their determination evident in every movement. The rods used to keep the ice from melting add to the unique street scene, creating a stark contrast between the harsh winter conditions and the lively, athletic activity taking place. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of ice hockey in Russia and the Soviet Union, providing a glimpse into the daily lives and passions of its people during a significant period in world history. The mood is both atmospheric and nostalgic, transporting us back to a time when communist ideals and sporting spirit intertwined in the heart of Moscow.
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