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Istanbul Modern Fire Department, Turkey - Steel Fire Escape
Istanbul Modern Fire Department, Turkey - Mechanical Steel Fire Escape Date: 1934
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Media ID 19742465
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Climb Climbing Constantinople Dec19 Department Emergency Escape Extending Istanbul Ladder Mechanical Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Add a touch of history and international flair to your home or office decor with our Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning image captures the Istanbul Modern Fire Department in Turkey, featuring a mechanical steel fire escape from 1934. The black and white photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the timeless elegance and functionality of this historical piece. Our high-quality framing enhances the intricacies of the image, ensuring a beautiful and lasting addition to your space. Experience the rich history of Istanbul through this unique and captivating piece.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 44.4cm x 54.6cm (17.5" x 21.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken in December 1934, showcases the Istanbul Modern Fire Department in Turkey during the 1930s. The image captures a group of brave firefighters, dressed in their iconic uniforms, gathered around a mechanical steel fire escape. The fire escape, an essential piece of firefighting equipment during this era, is fully extended, ready for use. Its robust design, made of steel, is a testament to the technological advancements of the time. The Istanbul Modern Fire Department, also known as Istanbul Belediyesi Vatandaslararasi Hava Nefes Isleri Mudurlugu in Turkish, was established to ensure the safety and well-being of the city's residents. The department's firefighters were responsible for responding to emergencies, saving lives, and extinguishing fires in the bustling metropolis of Constantinople, now known as Istanbul. The firemen in this photograph are seen in a moment of preparation, ensuring that the fire escape is secure and ready for use. Their focused expressions and determined postures convey the gravity of their duties. The fire escape, with its sturdy ladder, allowed firefighters to climb up to upper floors of buildings, providing a crucial advantage in reaching fires that were otherwise inaccessible. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the history of firefighting in Istanbul during the 1930s. It serves as a reminder of the essential role that fire departments play in protecting communities and ensuring public safety.
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