Poster Print : The opening of the Kursaal Cinema, Beirut, Lebanon
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The opening of the Kursaal Cinema, Beirut, Lebanon
The opening of the Kursaal Cinema, Beirut, Lebanon Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14380822
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Beirut Cinema Cursaal Dignitaries Feb16 Kursaal Lebanese Lebanon Movie Opening Opens Personnel
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning vintage print from the Media Storehouse collection. This beautiful image captures the grand opening of the Kursaal Cinema in Beirut, Lebanon, circa 1910s. The elegant facade of the cinema is filled with excited onlookers, making this a captivating piece of history. Printed on high-quality photo paper, this poster print brings the magic of the silver screen's early days right into your home or office. Perfect for cinema enthusiasts, historians, or anyone who appreciates the allure of the past. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 37.2cm (23.4" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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
This photograph captures the grand opening of the Kursaal Cinema in Beirut, Lebanon during the 1910s. The Kursaal Cinema, a symbol of Lebanese cultural and entertainment history, was a significant addition to the city's burgeoning urban landscape. The image showcases a grand procession of dignitaries, military personnel, and naval personnel making their way towards the entrance of the cinema. The men, dressed in formal attire, add an air of elegance and importance to the occasion. The women, adorned in traditional Lebanese clothing, bring a touch of color and beauty to the scene. The Kursaal Cinema was a state-of-the-art movie theatre that brought the magic of the silver screen to the people of Beirut. The opening of the cinema marked a new era in Lebanese entertainment, providing a much-needed distraction from the daily rigors of life. The cinema offered a chance to escape into a world of fantasy and adventure, and the excitement was palpable on this historic day. The cinema's architecture was a marvel in itself, with its elegant facade and ornate details. The building's design reflected the unique blend of European and Middle Eastern influences that characterized Beirut during this period. The cinema's interior was equally impressive, with plush seating, opulent decor, and the latest film technology. This photograph is a testament to the power of cinema to bring people together and create memories that last a lifetime. The opening of the Kursaal Cinema in Beirut was more than just an event; it was a moment of pride and joy for the Lebanese people, a symbol of progress and hope in a time of change.
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