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Lion in a cage
Lion in a cage at Circus Altenburg. Landskrona Sweden 1955. Date: 1955
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Media ID 7223491
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Circuses Danger Dangerous Lions Trainer
16"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 10"x10" 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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 40.6cm (16" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a brave circus trainer stands before a cage housing a majestic lion, both figures frozen in time during the golden age of the circus. The scene unfolds at Circus Altenburg in Landskrona, Sweden, in 1955. The roaring lion, its powerful muscles taut, gazes intently at the trainer, its amber eyes glowing with a mixture of curiosity and danger. The trainer, dressed in a simple white shirt and trousers, remains calm and focused, his body language conveying a deep connection and understanding with the wild beast. The atmosphere is thick with anticipation and a hint of danger, as the audience, unseen in the photograph, watches from the sidelines. The cage, made of heavy iron bars, serves as a reminder of the stark contrast between the human world and the natural habitat of this magnificent creature. The photograph captures the raw power and beauty of the lion, as well as the courage and skill of the trainer, who has dedicated his life to working with these animals. This image, taken in the 1950s, offers a glimpse into a bygone era when circuses were a major form of entertainment. The photograph evokes a sense of nostalgia and wonder, transporting us back to a time when the thrill of witnessing wild animals in live performances was a common experience. The photograph also raises questions about the ethics of keeping animals in captivity for entertainment, and the complex relationship between humans and these magnificent creatures. Overall, this photograph is a captivating reminder of the awe and excitement that circuses once provided, as well as the enduring fascination with the natural world and the animals that inhabit it.
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