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Fine Art Print : Communist China - workers in sports session
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Communist China - workers in sports session
Workers having fun taking part in a tug of war session during the Cultural Revolution era in Communist China.
circa 1970
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Media ID 14396224
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1970 Booklet Colleagues Communism Communist Cultural Enjoyment Participants Peoples Propaganda Pull Pulling Revolution Rope Spectators Strength Test Games
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring a piece of history into your home with our Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the captivating image "Workers in Sports Session during the Cultural Revolution Era in Communist China" by Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph transports us back to the 1970s, showcasing the spirit and camaraderie of the workers as they engage in a lively tug of war session. Add this unique and thought-provoking print to your decor, and let the story of Communist China's history unfold in your space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.1cm x 40.6cm (18.9" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 spirit of camaraderie and unity among the workers of Communist China during the Cultural Revolution era, circa 1970. The image shows a group of workers enthusiastically participating in a tug of war session on a bustling urban street. Dressed in simple work clothes and wearing red scarves, they embody the collective spirit of the People's Republic of China. The scene is one of pure enjoyment and fun, with the participants fully immersed in the game and the spectators cheering them on. The rope, taut and stretched between the two teams, symbolizes the test of strength and teamwork. The workers' determined faces and broad smiles reflect their sense of pride and solidarity. This photograph was likely taken for use in a propaganda booklet or similar publication, designed to promote the ideals of Communist China and the importance of physical fitness and teamwork among the working class. The Cultural Revolution, which lasted from 1966 to 1976, was a period of intense political and social upheaval in China, marked by mass campaigns and purges. Despite the challenges and hardships of the era, this photograph offers a glimpse into the resilience and determination of the Chinese people. The Grenville Collins Postcard Collection, from which this photograph is sourced, is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers studying the history of China and the Cultural Revolution era. This image, in particular, offers a unique perspective on the everyday life and experiences of the Chinese people during this time.
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