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PENNSYLVANIA: MINER, 1935. A disabled miner in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania
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PENNSYLVANIA: MINER, 1935. A disabled miner in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA: MINER, 1935.
A disabled miner in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. Photograph by Ben Shahn, 1935
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1935 Crutch Crutches Disabled Miner Northeast Pennsylvania Shahn Westmoreland Unidentified
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This powerful photograph captures the resilience and strength of a disabled miner in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, taken by renowned photographer Ben Shahn in 1935. The image showcases the harsh reality faced by workers during this era, highlighting the physical toll that mining took on their bodies. The unidentified man stands tall despite his disability, leaning on crutches for support. His weathered face tells a story of hardship and determination as he wears a hat to shield himself from the elements. The worn-out clothing he dons serves as a reminder of the challenging conditions miners endured daily. Shahn's composition perfectly frames this portrait, emphasizing both the individuality and universality of this miner's experience. Through his lens, we are transported back to an early American era where manual labor was grueling yet essential for survival. This print from Granger Art on Demand is not just an artistic masterpiece but also a historical document that sheds light on the lives of those who shaped our nation's industrial landscape. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by countless individuals like this miner in order to fuel progress. Displaying this photograph would be more than just adding visual appeal to any space; it would serve as a tribute to all workers who have faced adversity while striving for better lives for themselves and their families.
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