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Poster Print : West berliners crossing over to visit relatives in east berlin in accordance with a recently signed treaty allowing such visits, october 1964, pictured are the customs booths at the friedrich strasse checkpoint set up specifically to handle the traffic
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West berliners crossing over to visit relatives in east berlin in accordance with a recently signed treaty allowing such visits, october 1964, pictured are the customs booths at the friedrich strasse checkpoint set up specifically to handle the traffic
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Media ID 9640901
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with this historic image from Universal Images Group (UIG). Witness the poignant moment of West Berliners crossing over to visit their loved ones in East Berlin, October 1964. The treaty that made these reunions possible is depicted through the customs booths at the Friedrich Strasse checkpoint, meticulously set up to manage the increased traffic. This evocative poster print transports you to a pivotal moment in history, making it a unique addition to any home or office decor.
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 54.6cm x 42cm (21.5" x 16.5")
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 print from October 1964, we witness a historic moment as West Berliners eagerly cross over to visit their long-separated relatives in East Berlin. The image showcases the customs booths at the Friedrich Strasse checkpoint, which were specially established to handle the influx of traffic resulting from the recently signed treaty allowing such visits. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation and emotion as families and friends reunite after years of separation due to the infamous Berlin Wall. This poignant scene serves as a reminder of the deep divisions caused by the Cold War era. The photograph captures a significant turning point in history when diplomacy prevailed over hostility, even if only temporarily. It symbolizes hope for improved relations between East and West Germany during this tumultuous period. The stark contrast between the two sides of Berlin is evident in this image – on one side stands freedom and prosperity, while on the other lies oppression and scarcity. Yet, despite these differences, love transcends all barriers as individuals brave lengthy queues at customs to reconnect with loved ones. This powerful visual narrative encapsulates not just personal stories but also larger political dynamics that shaped Europe during this time. It reminds us that even amidst conflict and division, humanity's yearning for connection can triumph against all odds.
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