Signals

By Victor Ostrovsky
Limited Edition Print

The Ostrovsky editions are reproduced on Exhibition Quality Canvas. Museum Level Quality: Wider Color and Black
Density Gamut: Excellent Archival
Properties: Cotton/Poly Blend with Oxford Weave 23 mil Thickness

Finished editions can be mailed in a tube, or hand stretched.
Canvas stretching & framing services available. We offer two canvas depth profile options of 1.5” and 2”. Additional framing services available for a more finished look. Please contact us for further details.

STORY: The word safe is a relative term in espionage. Handlers who often work from safe houses know much can go wrong because of both enemies and local authorities. When a safe house is compromised, others who may be arriving must be warned in a way only they will understand. A simple signal is best—all the windows thrown open, a shutter removed, or a brightly colored towel hung in a window. Seeing a predetermined sign, anyone approaching would know to immediately clear the area and call their embassy for further instructions.