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Antique Framed Print : GEORGIA: MAIN STREET, 1936. Aerial view of Main Street, Macon, Georgia
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GEORGIA: MAIN STREET, 1936. Aerial view of Main Street, Macon, Georgia
GEORGIA: MAIN STREET, 1936.
Aerial view of Main Street, Macon, Georgia. Photograph by Walker Evans in March 1936
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Media ID 13214701
1936 Aerial View Automobile Commerce Evan Evans Georgia Great Depression Macon Main Street March New Deal Pedestrian Powerline Storefront Street Light Street Scene Walker Crosswalk 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 18.5cm (9.6" x 7.3")
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.
Georgia - Main Street, 1936 - Capturing the Essence of a Bygone Era
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This aerial view photograph transports us back to the bustling streets of Macon, Georgia in March 1936. Taken by renowned photographer Walker Evans during a time when America was grappling with the Great Depression and undergoing significant societal changes through President Roosevelt's New Deal initiatives. The image showcases Main Street in all its glory, offering a glimpse into daily life during this transformative period. The cityscape is alive with activity; automobiles traverse the roads while pedestrians navigate crosswalks, creating a vibrant tapestry of movement and energy. Evans masterfully captures the essence of early 20th-century commerce as storefronts line both sides of the street, their facades reflecting an architectural style unique to that era. The powerlines crisscrossing above hint at technological advancements shaping modern society. While devoid of color, this monochromatic snapshot exudes nostalgia and invites contemplation on how far we have come since then. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst economic hardship, communities like Macon persevered and thrived. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand collection, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also its historical significance. This photograph allows us to step into another time and place – one where hope mingled with struggle – reminding us that our present achievements are built upon the foundations laid by those who came before us.
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