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Canvas Print : Drag Artists - The Gay Ball at Top rank Suite, Liverpool
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Drag Artists - The Gay Ball at Top rank Suite, Liverpool
Drag Artists - The Gay Ball at Top rank Suite, Liverpool.
Contest for best female impersonator.
Drag Queens
17/05/1972
© Daily Mirror
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Roland Hicklin
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England
WA*3488063
Media ID 21550512
© Mirrorpix
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step into the vibrant world of the past with our stunning Canvas Print by Roland Hicklin from Memory Lane Prints. This captivating piece, titled "Drag Artists - The Gay Ball at Top rank Suite, Liverpool," transports you back to May 17, 1972, where the contest for the best female impersonator was in full swing. Witness the Drag Queens in all their glory, immortalized in this iconic image from the Daily Mirror. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring the energy and excitement of this historic moment right into your home, adding a unique and colorful touch to any space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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
Drag Artists - The Gay Ball at Top rank Suite, Liverpool (1972)". Step back in time and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of drag queens as captured by photographer Roland Hicklin. This print takes us to the heart of a glamorous contest for the best female impersonator held at the iconic Top Rank Suite in Liverpool on May 17th, 1972. In this snapshot from the past, we witness a celebration of self-expression and defiance against societal norms. These drag artists fearlessly embrace their identities, adorning themselves with dazzling costumes and impeccable makeup. Each performer exudes confidence and charisma as they take center stage to captivate an enthusiastic audience. The atmosphere is electric; laughter fills the air while applause echoes through the room. As we gaze upon this image frozen in time, we are reminded of how these trailblazing individuals paved the way for acceptance and equality within LGBTQ+ communities. Roland Hicklin's lens captures not only a moment but also an era when drag queens challenged conventions and shattered stereotypes. Their artistry transcends gender boundaries, reminding us that true beauty lies within authenticity. This photograph is a testament to resilience, courage, and unity—a powerful reminder that love knows no bounds. Let it serve as an inspiration to embrace our own uniqueness boldly and unapologetically just like these extraordinary drag artists did on that unforgettable night in Liverpool.
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