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Antique Framed Print : FLOOD REFUGEES, 1937. Boys waiting in a food line at a flood refugee camp in Forrest City
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FLOOD REFUGEES, 1937. Boys waiting in a food line at a flood refugee camp in Forrest City
FLOOD REFUGEES, 1937.
Boys waiting in a food line at a flood refugee camp in Forrest City, Arkansas. Photograph by Walker Evans, February 1937
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Media ID 13217207
1937 Arkansas Black Breadline Camp Children Evan Evans February Flood Food Forrest City Great Depression Hungry Line Poverty Refugee Relief Waiting Walker Southeast Unidentified
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 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 37.1cm x 25cm (14.6" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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 powerful photograph captures a poignant moment during the devastating floods of 1937 in Forrest City, Arkansas. The image showcases a group of young boys patiently waiting in a food line at a flood refugee camp. Taken by renowned photographer Walker Evans in February 1937, this snapshot offers a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by African American children during the Great Depression. The expressions on their faces reveal both hunger and resilience as they stand outside an unidentified building, braving the elements to receive much-needed sustenance. Their tattered clothes and worn-out shoes are testament to the poverty that engulfed many families during this challenging time. Evans' lens skillfully captures not only the physical toll of these circumstances but also highlights the strength and determination exhibited by these young individuals. Their presence within this breadline speaks volumes about their ability to endure adversity with grace and hope for better days ahead. This evocative photograph serves as a reminder of our shared history, shedding light on one chapter of America's past marked by struggle and resilience. It is through images like these that we gain insight into untold stories, allowing us to reflect upon our collective journey towards progress and social justice.
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