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Framed Print : Soviet Leader, Mikhail Gorbachev, pictured during a news conference outside 10 Downing
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Soviet Leader, Mikhail Gorbachev, pictured during a news conference outside 10 Downing
Soviet Leader, Mikhail Gorbachev, pictured during a news conference outside 10 Downing Street after rounds of talks with British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. 6th April 1989
Bill Rowntree
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
DM 89 2036
Media ID 21765754
© Mirrorpix
Cpsu Leader Margaret Thatcher Mikhail Gorbachev President Russian Soviet Talk 1989 Conservative
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step into history with our stunning framed print featuring Mikhail Gorbachev, the last President of the Soviet Union, during his iconic news conference outside 10 Downing Street. This exclusive photograph, captured by renowned photographer Bill Rowntree from Memory Lane Prints, takes you back to April 6, 1989, when Gorbachev and British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher held groundbreaking talks. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring a piece of Cold War history into your home or office.
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 26.3cm x 39.6cm (10.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
Soviet Leader, Mikhail Gorbachev, and British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher engage in a historic news conference outside 10 Downing Street on April 6th, 1989. This print by Bill Rowntree captures the essence of this significant moment in political history. In the midst of the Cold War era, Gorbachev's visit to London marked a turning point in international relations. As leaders of two opposing ideologies - conservative Thatcher representing capitalist Britain and Gorbachev leading the Communist Party of the Soviet Union (CPSU) - their meeting held immense global significance. The image showcases both leaders deep in conversation, their expressions reflecting intense deliberation and mutual respect. Their talks undoubtedly covered crucial topics such as disarmament treaties, economic cooperation, and easing tensions between East and West. Gorbachev's progressive policies of glasnost (openness) and perestroika (restructuring) had already begun reshaping Soviet society. This meeting with Thatcher further emphasized his commitment to diplomatic engagement with Western powers. As we reflect on this photograph today, it serves as a reminder that even during times of ideological differences and geopolitical challenges, dialogue remains essential for progress. The encounter between these influential figures symbolizes an attempt to bridge divides through diplomacy rather than confrontation. Bill Rowntree's exceptional photography immortalizes this pivotal moment when politics transcended boundaries for the sake of peace and understanding.
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