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A man climbs up a wooden pole to get a prize during celebration of Maslenitsa
A man climbs up a wooden pole to get a prize during celebration of Maslenitsa, or Pancake Week, a pagan holiday marking the end of winter, near Rumyantsevo, Moscow region, Russia, February 26, 2017. REUTERS/Sergei Karpukhin TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the thrill of Maslenitsa, the Slavic celebration marking the end of winter, with our captivating poster print from Reuters Images. Witness the determination of a man as he climbs a wooden pole to reach for a coveted prize during this vibrant and colorful festival. This stunning photograph by Sergei Karpukhin transports you to the heart of the action, bringing the excitement and joy of Maslenitsa right into your home or office. Add this eye-catching and conversation-starting poster print to your collection and relive the magic of this unique cultural event year after year.
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 37.8cm (23.4" x 14.9")
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.
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In this image captured by Sergei Karpukhin, we witness a man defying gravity as he fearlessly climbs up a towering wooden pole during the celebration of Maslenitsa in Russia. The festival, also known as Pancake Week, is an ancient pagan holiday that symbolizes bidding farewell to winter and welcoming the arrival of spring. The photograph showcases the sheer determination and adventurous spirit of this unidentified individual who dares to reach new heights for a prize. Against the backdrop of Rumyantsevo in Moscow region, his silhouette stands out against the cloudy sky, creating an oddly beautiful contrast between man and nature. With his body suspended in mid-air and one leg gripping tightly onto the pole, it's evident that this climber possesses both physical strength and mental agility. As onlookers cheer him on from below, there is an air of excitement surrounding this traditional event. Karpukhin's creative use of perspective allows us to appreciate not only the human element but also highlights how our environment can be transformed into a playground for celebration. This snapshot encapsulates both humor and awe-inspiring bravery within its frame. Ultimately, through this remarkable photograph, we are reminded that traditions have the power to bring people together while showcasing our innate ability to conquer challenges – even if it means climbing towards unknown heights with nothing but determination fueling our ascent.
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