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Photographic Print : Postwar Paris
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Postwar Paris
Paris shoppers queue for food at a small vegetable stand, 1947. Full rubbish bins line the street, unemptied during the Paris garbage collectors strike. (Photo by FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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FPG
Media ID 11772890
© 2008 Getty Images
1940 1949 Consumerism Crisis Customer Food Food And Drink Garbage Garbage Bin Huty Market Stall Medium Group Of People Paris France Postwar Rear View Shopping Strike Industrial Action Vegetable Waiting In Line
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our 'Postwar Paris' photographic print from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Collection. This evocative image, captured by FPG in 1947, portrays the resilience of the human spirit amidst the challenges of post-war life. Parisian shoppers queue patiently at a small vegetable stand, while full rubbish bins line the street, a testament to the ongoing garbage collectors strike. This timeless black and white print is a powerful reminder of history and a beautiful addition to any wall in your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.8cm x 25.4cm (7.4" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
Postwar Paris - A Glimpse into Resilience and Scarcity
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the streets of postwar Paris in 1947, offering a poignant snapshot of the challenges faced by its inhabitants. In this scene, we witness a group of men and women patiently queuing for food at a small vegetable stand, their faces reflecting both weariness and hope. The backdrop tells an equally compelling story - full rubbish bins line the street, remnants of an ongoing garbage collectors strike that has left them unemptied. The scarcity caused by this crisis is palpable, as people navigate through adversity to secure their basic necessities. Despite these hardships, there is an undeniable sense of resilience among the Parisians depicted here. They stand together in unity, waiting patiently for their turn to purchase essential provisions from the market stall. Their determination to overcome obstacles shines through even in this challenging period. Through this powerful image captured by FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images, we are reminded not only of the struggles faced during post-war reconstruction but also of humanity's ability to endure and rebuild amidst adversity. It serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit that defines Parisian society – one that persists despite scarcity and finds strength within community bonds. As we gaze upon this historic photograph from Fine Art Storehouse's collection, let us reflect on our own capacity for resilience when confronted with hardship. May it inspire us to appreciate our present abundance while fostering empathy towards those who
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