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Outbreak of WWII Evacuation of objects from British Museum
Trucks and carriages outside the British Museum as delicate objects were removed and taken to safety after the outbreak of hostilities in September 1939. Date: 1939
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Media ID 23144518
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Apr19 Evacuation Exhibits Precaution Precautions Precious Preparations Protection Removal
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the evocative image of the British Museum's historic evacuation during the outbreak of World War II. Witness the scene of trucks and carriages outside the iconic institution as precious objects were carefully transported to safety. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is now available in our Metal Print collection. Each print is expertly crafted using high-quality metal sheets, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display. Bring a piece of history into your home or office and relive this significant moment in time.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the sense of urgency and uncertainty that gripped Europe as war loomed on the horizon in September 1939. The image shows the exterior of the British Museum in London, with trucks and carriages lined up outside, ready to transport precious objects to safety. The outbreak of World War II had caught the world by surprise, and museums and cultural institutions across Europe were faced with the daunting task of protecting their invaluable collections from the ravages of war. The British Museum, one of the world's greatest repositories of human history, was no exception. In the days following the declaration of war, museum staff worked around the clock to identify and pack the most fragile and valuable objects, carefully wrapping them in protective materials and loading them onto trucks and carriages for transport to secure storage sites. The process was a painstaking one, requiring great care and attention to detail to ensure that each object was handled with the utmost care and respect. The evacuation of the British Museum's collections was just one of many precautions taken to protect the institution's treasures. Other measures included the installation of sandbags and other protective barriers around the building, as well as the removal of valuable works of art from public display. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the lengths to which museums and cultural institutions went to preserve their collections during the chaos and uncertainty of wartime. It also underscores the importance of cultural heritage and the role it plays in shaping our understanding of the past and our connection to the world around us.
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