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Framed 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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Media ID 13214531
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
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage Framed Print featuring the captivating photograph "North Dakota Road, 1940" by John Vachon. This classic image transports you to a simpler era with a railroad crossing on a rural North Dakota road, captured in October 1940. Add this authentic piece to your home or office décor and let the history and charm of this timeless photograph tell a story. Printed on high-quality archival paper and framed with care, this Framed Print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone who appreciates the beauty of the past.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.1cm (9.6" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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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