Fine Art Print : Wall mural of K Nugent at Belfast
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Wall mural of K Nugent at Belfast
Belfast. Wall mural of K Nugent - The First Blanket Man. Date: 2011
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Media ID 14398695
© The British Caribbean History Collection / Mary Evans
2011 Belfast Blanket First Mural Nugent Troubles
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this powerful and poignant image of the K Nugent mural in Belfast. This evocative work of art, brought to you by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of history and the resilience of the human spirit. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this 2011 mural come alive in our premium quality prints, making each piece a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Experience the beauty and depth of this iconic image, and let it inspire you every day.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" 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 wall mural, painted in 2011 in Belfast, Northern Ireland, pays tribute to Kieran Nugent, also known as "The First Blanket Man." Nugent was a prominent figure in the Northern Irish civil rights movement and the Troubles, which lasted from the late 1960s to the late 1990s. He was a member of the Irish Republican Army (IRA) and was imprisoned multiple times for his activism. The mural depicts Nugent wearing a blanket, a symbol of the protest against the mistreatment of Republican prisoners in the 1970s. The blankets were used to shield prisoners from the cold and humiliation of being searched naked. This peaceful form of resistance became known as the "blanket protest." The mural is a powerful reminder of the courage and resilience of those who fought for civil rights and an end to the violence and injustice that plagued Northern Ireland for decades. It is a testament to the transformative power of art and the importance of remembering and acknowledging the past. Belfast, the capital city of Northern Ireland, is home to many such murals, which tell the story of the Troubles and the people who lived through them. These murals serve as a reminder of the past, but also as a symbol of hope and reconciliation. They are a source of pride for the community and a reminder of the progress that has been made towards peace and unity in Northern Ireland. This photograph captures the essence of the mural and the powerful message it conveys. It is a poignant reminder of the past, but also a symbol of hope and resilience. The image of Kieran Nugent, the First Blanket Man, will forever be etched in the history of Northern Ireland and the struggle for civil rights and peace.
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