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Fine Art Print : CHICAGO: MEATPACKING, 1949. A butcher holding a slab of beef in a meat locker, in Chicago
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CHICAGO: MEATPACKING, 1949. A butcher holding a slab of beef in a meat locker, in Chicago
CHICAGO: MEATPACKING, 1949.
A butcher holding a slab of beef in a meat locker, in Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by Stanley Kubrick, 1949
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Media ID 13639176
1949 Beef Butcher Chicago Kubrick Meat Meatpacking Stanley Locker Slab Unidentified
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite CHICAGO: MEATPACKING, 1949 Fine Art Print from Granger, NYC / The Granger Collection. This captivating photograph, taken by the legendary Stanley Kubrick in 1949, transports you to a bygone era in the heart of Chicago's meatpacking district. Witness the raw beauty and authenticity of a butcher holding a slab of beef in a dimly lit meat locker, capturing the gritty reality of the industry. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring the history and character of Chicago into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.9cm (23.4" x 15.7")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 captures a moment frozen in time, taking us back to the bustling meatpacking district of Chicago in 1949. The image showcases an unidentified butcher standing proudly inside a meat locker, firmly grasping a massive slab of beef. His strong and weathered hands tell tales of hard work and dedication. The scene is set against rows upon rows of hanging meats, creating a stark contrast between the man's presence and the cold industrial environment surrounding him. Stanley Kubrick, renowned for his mastery behind the camera lens, skillfully captured this intimate portrait that exudes both strength and vulnerability. In this snapshot from mid-century America, we catch a glimpse into the daily life of one worker within this thriving industry. It serves as a reminder of Chicago's rich history as one of the nation's leading centers for meat production during that era. As we admire this powerful image by Granger Art on Demand, we are transported back to an era when manual labor was at its peak. This photograph not only pays homage to those who worked tirelessly in these challenging conditions but also invites us to reflect on how far our society has come since then.
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