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Silesia Plebiscite
In Silesia, with a mixed German and Polish population, residents of Kattowitz/ Katowice await the results of the plebiscite which will divide the region
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1921 Await Divide Mixed Plebiscite Poland Polish Population Region Residents Results Silesia
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the historical tension of Silesia Plebiscite with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the anticipation of the multicultural population of Kattowitz/ Katowice as they await the results of the plebiscite that would divide the region. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously produced using premium quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Each print is a limited edition, making it a unique addition to your collection. Preserve history and add a touch of timeless beauty to your home or office with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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In this evocative photograph, the anticipation of history hangs heavy in the air as residents of Kattowitz, now known as Katowice, gather in the streets of this once ethnically diverse city in Silesia, Poland. The year is 1921, and the fate of the region's mixed German and Polish population is about to be decided through a plebiscite. The plebiscite was a result of the Treaty of Versailles, which ended World War I and redrew the map of Europe. Silesia, a historically German-speaking region with a significant Polish population, was a point of contention between Germany and Poland. The scene in the photograph is one of quiet apprehension. Men, women, and children stand huddled together, their expressions a mix of hope and uncertainty. Some cling to each other for comfort, while others gaze intently at the distant horizon, as if seeking answers from the heavens above. The buildings in the background, their facades worn and weathered by time, serve as a reminder of the rich history that has unfolded in this place. The plebiscite, which would ultimately divide the region along ethnic lines, was a pivotal moment in the history of Silesia and the broader European narrative. The photograph captures a moment of transition, a moment when the future of a community hangs in the balance. It is a poignant reminder of the complexities and challenges that have shaped the region and its people, and the enduring power of human resilience in the face of change. The photograph, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the historical significance of the Silesian Plebiscite and the profound impact it had on the lives of the people of Katowice and beyond. It invites us to reflect on the past and consider the lessons it holds for the present and the future.
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