Fine Art Print : Election posters in a window, East Berlin, Germany
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Election posters in a window, East Berlin, Germany
Council election posters in a window, East Berlin, Germany. The FDJ was a young peoples organisation, the Free German Youth. Date: 1971
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Media ID 14344344
© Mary Evans Picture Library/DAVID LEWIS HODGSON
1971 Berlin Cold Communism Communist Council Division Election Organisation Youth
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an evocative image of election posters in a window from East Berlin, Germany, 1971. This captivating photograph, sourced from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into history with the Free German Youth's FDJ election posters on display. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office and start a conversation with this intriguing and thought-provoking artwork.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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
In this evocative photograph taken in 1971, the stark contrast between the vibrant election posters displayed in the window and the drab, gray surroundings of East Berlin serves as a poignant reminder of the political division that once gripped Germany during the Cold War. The posters, emblazoned with the logo of the Free German Youth (FDJ), a communist youth organization, urge young people to participate in the upcoming council elections. The FDJ, which translates to the Free German Youth in English, was an integral part of the East German socialist state's structure. It was tasked with mobilizing and educating the younger generation in the ideologies of communism and socialism. The organization played a significant role in shaping the political consciousness of East German youth, who were often isolated from the Western world and its democratic values. The photograph captures a moment in time when the people of East Germany were encouraged to engage in the political process, even as the country remained firmly under the control of the Soviet Union. The posters, with their bold typography and striking imagery, are a testament to the propaganda machine that was in place to maintain the communist regime's grip on power. Despite the political climate, the image also conveys a sense of community and unity, as the posters are displayed together in a harmonious arrangement. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the political landscape of East Germany during the 1970s and the role of youth organizations in shaping the political consciousness of a divided nation.
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