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The Wider Image: Venezuelan crisis spawns boom in gambling
Competitors take part in a horserace, with a slum or " barrio" in the background at La Rinconada Hippodrome, Caracas, Venezuela, October 8, 2017. REUTERS/Ricardo Moraes SEARCH " MORAES GAMBLING" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH " WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES. TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the power of visual storytelling with our Fine Art Print from Reuters Images. This captivating piece, "Venezuelan crisis spawns boom in gambling" by Ricardo Moraes, takes you to La Rinconada Hippodrome in Caracas, Venezuela. Witness the intensity of a horserace unfold against the backdrop of a bustling barrio, a poignant symbol of the country's complex realities. Each print is meticulously crafted to bring out the rich colors and intricate details of this evocative image. Add this extraordinary work of art to your collection and bring the world into your home.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 33.5cm (21" x 13.2")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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.
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In this photo print, captured by Ricardo Moraes for Reuters Images, we are transported to the heart of the Venezuelan crisis and its unexpected consequences. Against a backdrop of a sprawling slum or "barrio" in Caracas, competitors partake in a thrilling horserace at La Rinconada Hippodrome. The juxtaposition between the excitement on the racetrack and the poverty-stricken neighborhood behind it is both striking and thought-provoking. The image captures a moment frozen in time - an exterior shot that showcases movement within the picture. The horse riders blur into motion as they race towards victory, their bodies merging with their steeds as they gallop through urban city streets. The dilapidated buildings of the shanty town loom in the background, highlighting not only Venezuela's economic struggles but also its stark social inequalities. Moraes' creative use of depth of field adds another layer to this powerful composition. Silhouettes of people can be seen out of focus, emphasizing their anonymity amidst chaos and uncertainty. As day breaks over Caracas, one cannot help but ponder how these individuals find solace or escape from their daily hardships through horse racing. This photograph serves as a reminder that even in times of crisis, human resilience finds expression in unexpected ways. It invites us to contemplate how gambling has become an outlet for hope and distraction amid Venezuela's turmoil – where dreams collide with reality against all odds.
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