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RED CROSS INFIRMARY, 1937. Sick flood refugees in the Red Cross temporary infirmary
RED CROSS INFIRMARY, 1937.
Sick flood refugees in the Red Cross temporary infirmary at a flood refugee camp in Forrest City, Arkansas. Photograph by Walker Evans, February 1937
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Media ID 13216771
1937 Arkansas Black Camp Children Evan Evans February Flood Forrest City Great Depression Infirmary Poverty Red Cross Refugee Relief Sick Walker Southeast Unidentified
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Add a touch of history to your home or office with our Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This poignant image, titled "RED CROSS INFIRMARY, 1937," captures a moment in time as sick flood refugees are cared for in a Red Cross temporary infirmary during a flood relief effort in Forrest City, Arkansas. Taken by renowned photographer Walker Evans in February 1937, this powerful image is part of The Granger Collection and is now available through Granger Art on Demand. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve and enhance the beauty and detail of the original photograph, making it a stunning addition to any space.
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 18.9cm (9.6" x 7.4")
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.
RED CROSS INFIRMARY, 1937 - A Glimpse into the Struggles of Flood Refugees
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photograph captures a moment in history that reflects both resilience and despair. Taken by renowned photographer Walker Evans in February 1937, it showcases the Red Cross temporary infirmary at a flood refugee camp in Forrest City, Arkansas during the Great Depression. The image reveals an interior scene filled with sick flood refugees seeking solace and medical aid. The faces of African American women and children are etched with exhaustion as they lie on beds, their bodies weakened by poverty and displacement. Unidentified but united in their suffering, these individuals find themselves caught between hope for relief and the harsh reality of their circumstances. Evans' composition skillfully conveys the atmosphere of this early relief effort. The starkness of the room's bare walls contrasts sharply with the vulnerability displayed by its occupants. Their eyes reflect weariness yet also determination to endure amidst adversity. As we gaze upon this historical document today, it serves as a reminder of our shared humanity across time. It urges us to acknowledge those who have faced unimaginable challenges while highlighting organizations like the Red Cross that have provided vital support during times of crisis. Granger Art on Demand presents this print not only as an artistic representation but also as a call to action - urging us to remember our collective responsibility towards those affected by natural disasters or other calamities throughout history.
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