Photographic Print : Piping band on parade, Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Piping band on parade, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Piping band of men and boys on parade in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
1969
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Media ID 14344117
© Mary Evans Picture Library/DAVID LEWIS HODGSON
1969 Band Belfast Beret Carr Carrs Commercial Corner Division Drum Drummer Drummers Drums Glen Institution Instrument Instruments Lodge Loyal Loyalist Loyalists Marching Musician Musicians Parade Pipe Pipes Piping Protestant Protestantism Roadway Route Sash Sashes Sectarian Spectators Tradition Troubles Musical Provident
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our stunning photographic print of a piping band on parade in Belfast, Northern Ireland, 1969. Captured by the skilled lens of David Lewis Hodgson and available through Mary Evans Picture Library, this captivating image brings to life the rich history and tradition of Northern Irish culture. The meticulously detailed print showcases a proud procession of men and boys in their full regalia, playing their pipes and drums in perfect harmony. Add this evocative piece to your wall and let the music of the past resonate in your home.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 21.2cm x 31.4cm (8.3" x 12.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the scene of a piping band on parade in Belfast, Northern Ireland during the tumultuous year of 1969. The image showcases a procession of men and boys, dressed in traditional Scottish attire, including kilts, berets, and sashes, as they proudly play their pipes and drums on the city's streets. The band, likely affiliated with a Protestant loyalist organization, marches along the roadway, surrounded by a sea of spectators. The backdrop of the photograph reveals the Provident Institution building in the distance, a prominent cornerstone of the commercial district. The band's route takes them past a double-decker bus and a car, adding to the sense of the modern world intersecting with the rich traditions of the past. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the deeply rooted cultural and political divisions that marked Northern Ireland during the late 1960s, a time of intense sectarian tensions and unrest, later known as "The Troubles." The piping band's performance on the streets of Belfast represents a powerful symbol of loyalty and tradition, as well as a source of pride and unity for the community. The musicians, with their focused expressions and determined postures, embody the resilience and enduring spirit of the people of Northern Ireland during a time of great upheaval.
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