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This is a printing from my unique original sketch of historical image in high quality pencil.

This sketch captures the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, located in the Kurfurstendamn area of West Berlin. The church, a wellknown landmark, was built in the 1890s to commemorate Emperor Wilhelm1. During WWII, the church was heavily damaged by bombinmg in 1943, leaving the main tower in ruins. The site was preserved as a reminder of the devastation of war and a symbol of peace.

In the late 1950s to 1960s,the Berlin government decided to keep the damaged church as a memorial while adding a modern church building next to it, creating a striking contrast between old and new. This image represents the period from the 1950s to the 1970s, a time when West Berlin symbolized freedom and prosperity during the Cold War. The church remains an important cultural and historical site for the city.

Adjacentto the church is a commerical building with large advertising signs, including brands like ''Grates Radio'' and '' Mercedes-Benz.'' This building was a part of West Berlin's bustling commerical district. However, over the years, the building was demolished to make way for modern redevelopment.

This printing is presented on a 250gsm acid free linen fabric paper and adheres to a acid free 5mm formboard with colourless fixative spray with anti UV protection. Image size 18cm square with a backing board and protected in a clear cellophane bag.