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SEGREGATED ENTRANCE, 1940. Door marked white ladies only on a store in Durham, North Carolina
SEGREGATED ENTRANCE, 1940.
Door marked white ladies only on a store in Durham, North Carolina. Photograph by Jack Delano, May 1940
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Media ID 13216521
1940 Delano Door Durham Entrance Ice Cream Jack Jim Crow North Carolina Sign Store Street Scene Southeast
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our Fine Art Print of "Segregated Entrance, 1940" from Granger, NYC's The Granger Collection. This powerful photograph, taken by Jack Delano in May 1940 in Durham, North Carolina, captures a poignant moment in American history with a door marked "White Ladies Only." This print is part of our Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints, allowing you to bring historical moments into your home or office. Each print is produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the past to life. Order now and add a piece of history to your collection.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 40.3cm (23.4" x 15.9")
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 powerful photograph captures the stark reality of racial segregation in 1940s America. The image showcases a store entrance in Durham, North Carolina, marked with a sign that reads "White Ladies Only". This blatant display of discrimination is a painful reminder of the Jim Crow era and the deep-rooted racism that plagued society at the time. The photographer, Jack Delano, skillfully frames this scene against the backdrop of a bustling street. His lens captures not only the physical door but also the intangible barriers it represents for people of color. The contrast between black and white is striking, symbolizing both literal separation and societal division. In examining this photograph, we are confronted with uncomfortable truths about our nation's past. It serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in terms of civil rights while acknowledging that there is still work to be done to achieve true equality. By showcasing this image today, we honor those who fought against segregation and remind ourselves never to forget their struggles. It stands as an important historical document that challenges us to reflect on our progress as a society and continue striving towards justice for all.
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