Framed Print : Boys with flag and football, Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Boys with flag and football, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Six boys standing against a wall with a flag and a football, Belfast, Northern Ireland. Date: 1969
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Media ID 14347460
© Mary Evans Picture Library/DAVID LEWIS HODGSON
1969 Ball Belfast Brick Bricks Cheeky Concrete Football
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Add a touch of history to your home or office with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "Boys with flag and football, Belfast, Northern Ireland," takes you back to 1969 with six boys proudly standing against a wall, holding a flag and a football. Evoking a sense of nostalgia and community spirit, this iconic photo is brought to you by Mary Evans Prints Online. Order your Framed Print today and bring a piece of Belfast's rich history into your space.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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 39.6cm x 26.8cm (15.6" x 10.6")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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 black-and-white photograph taken in 1969, six boys from Belfast, Northern Ireland, stand confidently against a brick wall, their faces etched with the unyielding spirit of youth. The boys, dressed in simple working-class attire, are clustered around a red, white, and blue flag and a football, their hands casually resting on the rough concrete surface of the wall. The scene exudes an air of defiance and camaraderie, as if these boys are staking their claim on the streets of their hometown amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the late 1960s. The image captures the essence of childhood in a time and place where the political tensions of Northern Ireland's troubled past were a constant presence. The boys' playful expressions and their casual interaction with the football suggest an innocence that belies the complexities of the world around them. Yet, their unwavering gaze into the camera reveals a depth of awareness and resilience that belies their young age. The photograph was taken on a quiet street in Belfast, the capital city of Northern Ireland, during a time when the region was on the brink of a prolonged period of violence and unrest. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring spirit of children, even in the face of adversity, and the power of community and friendship to provide a sense of belonging and hope. This photograph is a testament to the rich history and complexities of Northern Ireland during the 1960s, a time when the region was grappling with the challenges of political conflict and social change. It offers a glimpse into the everyday lives of children growing up in a time of turmoil, and the ways in which they found joy and connection amidst the chaos.
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