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Wolf Messing, German psychic
Wolf Grigorevich Messing (1899-1974), German psychic. Messing, born to a Jewish family in Germany, fled to the USSR before World War II. His claims of psychic abilities came to the attention of Stalin. This led to the most famous story about Messing, that he managed to reach Stalin, walking past armed guards surrounding Stalins house, by broadcasting the suggestion that he was Beria, the head of the secret police. Photographed in 1965, in Russia
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1900s 1960s 1965 German Gesturing Jewish Magic Portraits Russia Sixties Soviet Soviet Union Story Surname M Tale Uss R Diaspora Mono Chrome Psychic Stalin
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating world of the unknown with our Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints featuring the enigmatic figure of Wolf Messing. This mesmerizing image captures the German psychic, born to a Jewish family in Germany, in the height of his career in the USSR before World War II. Messing's enigmatic aura and extraordinary abilities continue to intrigue and inspire, making this print a must-have for any collection devoted to the unexplained. Bring the allure of the paranormal into your home or office with our high-quality Fine Art Prints, expertly printed on premium paper for lasting brilliance and vibrancy.
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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the enigmatic figure of Wolf Messing, a renowned German psychic who left an indelible mark on history. Born into a Jewish family in Germany, Messing sought refuge in the USSR before the outbreak of World War II. It was his extraordinary claims of psychic abilities that piqued the interest of none other than Joseph Stalin himself. The most famous anecdote surrounding Messing's incredible powers revolves around his audacious encounter with Stalin. Against all odds, he managed to bypass heavily armed guards surrounding Stalin's residence by employing his unique gift for mental suggestion. By broadcasting the suggestion that he was Lavrentiy Beria, head of the secret police, Messing successfully reached Stalin—an astonishing feat that solidified his reputation as one of history's most intriguing figures. Photographed in 1965 against a backdrop reminiscent of Soviet Russia, this image showcases Messing gesturing with an air of mystery and intrigue. His piercing gaze seems to hint at secrets untold and powers beyond comprehension. As we delve into this snapshot from the past, we are reminded not only of Messing's remarkable story but also how historical events can intertwine with tales steeped in magic and mysticism. This photograph serves as a testament to both human curiosity and our fascination with those who possess extraordinary abilities. Through its monochromatic lens, it transports us back to a pivotal moment in European history—the 1960s—when individuals like Wolf Messing challenged conventional notions and left an
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