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Antique Framed Print : U. S. President Ronald Reagan shaking hands with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev
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U. S. President Ronald Reagan shaking hands with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev
U.S. President Ronald Reagan (R) shakes hands at his first meeting with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev to sign an arms treaty in Geneva, in this November 19, 1985 file photo. The two leaders met for the first time to hold talks on international diplomatic relations and the arms race. REUTERS/Denis Paquin
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14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.4cm (9.6" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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 iconic photograph, U. S. President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev come face to face for the first time, marking a historic moment in international diplomacy. Captured by Reuters photographer Denis Paquin on November 19,1985, the image freezes a significant chapter in Cold War history. The photo encapsulates the essence of hope and possibility as these two influential leaders extend their hands towards each other. Their firm handshake symbolizes an attempt to bridge the deep ideological divide that had long separated their nations. The meeting took place in Geneva with the intention of signing an arms treaty, but it also served as a platform for discussions on global diplomatic relations and curbing the dangerous arms race between superpowers. Reagan's warm smile reflects his optimism for improved relations between the United States and its longtime adversary. Gorbachev reciprocates with a serious yet amicable expression, signifying his willingness to engage in meaningful dialogue with his American counterpart. This single frame captures not only a pivotal moment in history but also represents an important step towards peace during one of humanity's most tense periods. It serves as a reminder that even amidst great political differences and conflicting ideologies, there is always room for dialogue and understanding – qualities essential for building bridges rather than walls between nations.
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