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FOURTH OF JULY, 1939. A group of men hanging out at a small fuel filling station
FOURTH OF JULY, 1939.
A group of men hanging out at a small fuel filling station with some of the men wearing the local teams baseball uniforms on the Fourth of July, near Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Photograph by Dorothea Lange on 4 July 1939
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Media ID 13216187
1939 Baseball Commerce Dorothea Fourth Of July Fuel Great Depression July Lange Leisure New Deal North Carolina Petroleum Player Pump Rural Selling Station Store Summer Team Southeast
30"x26" (78x68cm) Modern Frame
Celebrate American traditions with our exclusive Media Storehouse Framed Print, featuring the iconic image "Fourth of July, 1939" by The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand. This vintage photograph captures the spirit of community and camaraderie as a group of men gather at a small fuel filling station, some wearing local baseball uniforms, on the Fourth of July near Chapel Hill. Add this timeless piece to your home or office décor and let the nostalgia of this classic scene transport you back in time.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 24x20 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 30x26 inches (76x68cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 43mm wide x 32mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 57.4cm x 59.9cm (22.6" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.2cm x 78.2cm (26.9" x 30.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
FOURTH OF JULY, 1939 - A Snapshot of Rural Americana
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photograph captured by the renowned Dorothea Lange on July 4th, 1939, we are transported back to a simpler time in rural Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The image depicts a group of men leisurely hanging out at a small fuel filling station against the backdrop of an idyllic summer day. As our gaze wanders across the scene, it is impossible not to notice that some of these men proudly don baseball uniforms representing their local team. Their passion for America's favorite pastime shines through as they gather around the pump and engage in animated conversations about the game. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into an era marked by both economic hardship and resilience - the Great Depression still casting its shadow over everyday life while President Roosevelt's New Deal initiatives sought to uplift communities nationwide. Against this backdrop, this gathering at the fuel station becomes more than just a casual encounter; it symbolizes camaraderie and unity amidst challenging times. Dorothea Lange's masterful composition captures not only moments frozen in time but also emotions that transcend generations. As we peer into this window from yesteryears, we can't help but feel nostalgic for those carefree summer days when community bonds were forged effortlessly under sunlit skies.
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