1963 Ad Electric Light Power Utility Berlin Wall Guards Elderly Couple SEP5

This is an original 1963 black and white print ad for the Investor-Owned Electric Light and Power Companies, featuring an image of an elderly couple being directed back into East Berlin by communist guards stationed at a portion of the Berlin Wall, which was first erected in 1961 by the German Democratic Republic (GDR). CONDITIONThis 48+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine Dimensions: Approximately 10.25 x 13.5 inches; 26 x 34 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation) Keywords specific to this image: Vintage Advertising, Utilities, German Government, Germany, Emigration, Socialist States, Wall of Shame, Anti-Fascist Protection Rampart, Barb