Metal Print : Berlin, Germany - postwar - French sector border post
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Berlin, Germany - postwar - French sector border post
Berlin, Germany - postwar - Sign alerting that you are leaving the French-controlled sector. Date: circa 1947
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Media ID 14251455
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Barrier Berlin Checkpoint Control Crossing Leaving Mar17 Partition Point Postwar Sector Warning Zone Zones
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring a captivating image of Berlin, Germany - postwar. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a French sector border post, complete with a "Signaling Post - French Sector" sign. The metal print's vibrant colors and high-quality finish bring the history of this significant moment in time to life. Ideal for adding depth and character to any room, this unique piece is not only a beautiful addition to your decor but also a conversation starter. Order now and transport yourself to a bygone era.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.9cm (10" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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 stark reality of the postwar division of Berlin, Germany in circa 1947. The image shows a sign alerting travelers that they are leaving the French-controlled sector as they cross from the eastern to the western part of the city. The partition of Berlin into four sectors of occupation by the Allied forces – American, British, French, and Soviet – began in August 1945, following the end of World War II. This photograph, taken in the French sector, underscores the physical and political barriers that had emerged between the eastern and western parts of the city. The bridge in the background, with its damaged and dilapidated appearance, serves as a poignant reminder of the devastation wrought by the war. The sign, with its bold red lettering, stands out against the grey and somber backdrop, emphasizing the division and separation that had come to define life in the city. The image also speaks to the complexities and challenges of the postwar era, as Berlin and Germany as a whole struggled to rebuild and redefine themselves in the wake of the conflict. The photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history, one that would shape the course of the 20th century and beyond. It is a powerful reminder of the enduring impact of war and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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