Greetings Card : Furniture piled on street outside business which has recently closed in East Berlin

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Furniture piled on street outside business which has recently closed in East Berlin

Furniture piled on street outside business which has recently closed in East Berlin, Germany 22nd September 1989.
Closure is due to the unsanctioned immigration of large numbers of East Berliners to the west

Geoff Garrett
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Germany

Media ID 21413496

© Mirrorpix

Rubbish Street Fly Tipping

Greetings Card (A5)

Step back in time with our poignant selection from the Media Storehouse range of Greetings Cards. This evocative design by Geoff Garrett from Memory Lane Prints captures the historic moment of a furniture-laden street in East Berlin, Germany, September 1989. Witness the poignant scene of a recently closed business, its belongings spilled onto the pavement as a result of the unsanctioned immigration of East Berliners. This thought-provoking card is perfect for those who appreciate history and the power of a single image to tell a story. Send a piece of the past to a loved one today.

Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)

Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")

Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")

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
This powerful print captures a poignant moment in history, showcasing the aftermath of a business closure in East Berlin during the tumultuous times of September 1989. The image portrays a street lined with discarded furniture, symbolizing the abrupt end to an era and the upheaval caused by unsanctioned immigration. As East Berliners flocked to the west seeking freedom and better opportunities, this unfortunate consequence left behind remnants of abandoned lives. The scene is filled with debris and rubbish, reflecting not only physical clutter but also emotional turmoil. Each piece of furniture tells its own story - chairs once occupied by hopeful customers, tables where conversations were shared, now left deserted on the cold streets. It serves as a stark reminder of how political events can disrupt daily life and leave businesses struggling to survive. Geoff Garrett's expert lens captures this moment with great sensitivity and depth. Through his composition, we witness both the tangible impact on local commerce and intangible consequences for individuals affected by these circumstances. As we reflect upon this photograph from Memory Lane Prints, it serves as a testament to resilience amidst adversity. It reminds us that even in times of uncertainty and change, communities find ways to adapt and rebuild their lives anew.

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