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Fine Art Print : NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940. Railroad crossing on a rural road in McHenry County, North Dakota. Photograph by John Vachon in October 1940
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NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940. Railroad crossing on a rural road in McHenry County, North Dakota. Photograph by John Vachon in October 1940
NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940.
Railroad crossing on a rural road in McHenry County, North Dakota. Photograph by John Vachon in October 1940
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1940 Crossing Dirt Road Great Depression Mchenry New Deal North Dakota October Powerline Railroad Railroad Track Road Rural Scenic View Sign Storm Telephone Pole Vachon
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of "North Dakota Road, 1940" by John Vachon. This captivating photograph, taken in McHenry County, North Dakota in October 1940, transports you to a simpler era with its depiction of a rural road intersecting with a railroad track. The black and white image, part of the Granger Art on Demand collection, showcases the beauty of the American heartland and the enduring presence of the railroad in our history. Bring this timeless piece into your home and add a touch of vintage charm to your decor.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 56.6cm x 42cm (22.3" x 16.5")
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.
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This photograph, titled "NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940" transports us back to a simpler time in rural America. Taken by the talented photographer John Vachon in October 1940, this image captures a railroad crossing on a dirt road in McHenry County, North Dakota. The scene is beautifully framed by the vast open sky above and stormy clouds looming in the distance. A solitary telephone pole stands tall against the horizon, while power lines stretch across the landscape. The presence of these man-made structures serves as a reminder of progress and connectivity even amidst such remote surroundings. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the resilience of those living through challenging times like the Great Depression. The New Deal initiatives are subtly represented here with signs indicating that infrastructure improvements were underway. The composition draws our attention to both natural beauty and human intervention coexisting harmoniously. The railroad tracks cut through the peaceful countryside, symbolizing movement and connection between communities. This print evokes nostalgia for an era when life moved at a slower pace but was filled with its own unique challenges and triumphs. It reminds us to appreciate simplicity and find beauty even in seemingly ordinary moments along forgotten roads.
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