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Antique Framed Print : FIDDLERS, 1937. Playing the fiddle to the tune of The Arkansas Traveler
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FIDDLERS, 1937. Playing the fiddle to the tune of The Arkansas Traveler
FIDDLERS, 1937.
Playing the fiddle to the tune of The Arkansas Traveler. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1937
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Media ID 13213073
1937 Arkansas Farm Security Administration Fiddle Fiddler Great Depression Home Leisure New Deal Playing Russel Traveler Violin Violinist Bluegrass Southeast
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.4cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "FIDDLERS, 1937" captures a timeless moment of musical joy amidst the hardships of the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Russell Lee in 1937 as part of the Farm Security Administration's documentation efforts, this image transports us to an early American home in Arkansas. In this intimate interior setting, two men are engrossed in their passion for music. With his bow gracefully gliding across the strings of his fiddle, one man skillfully plays The Arkansas Traveler - a beloved bluegrass tune that resonates with regional pride. The other man attentively listens and perhaps contemplates joining in with his own instrument. The atmosphere exudes leisure and respite from daily struggles; it is a testament to the power of music to uplift spirits even during challenging times. Through Lee's lens, we witness not only these men's dedication to their craft but also their resilience and determination to find solace through music. As we gaze at this remarkable snapshot frozen in time, let us appreciate the rich cultural heritage embedded within its frame - from traditional folk melodies passed down through generations to the New Deal initiatives that aimed to support struggling communities like those depicted here. "FIDDLERS, 1937" serves as a poignant reminder that amidst adversity, human creativity and connection can flourish. It invites us into a world where artistry transcends hardship and offers hope for brighter days ahead.
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