Metal Print : ALABAMA: LABORATORY, 1942. Paul Imes, Samuel Watkins, and George Richardson, laboratory
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ALABAMA: LABORATORY, 1942. Paul Imes, Samuel Watkins, and George Richardson, laboratory
ALABAMA: LABORATORY, 1942.
Paul Imes, Samuel Watkins, and George Richardson, laboratory technicians at a Tennessee Valley Authority chemical plant near Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Photograph by Alfred Palmer, June 1942
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Media ID 13642680
1942 Alabama Alfred Black Chemical June Laboratory Palmer Paul Research Richardson Samuel Technician Tennessee Valley Authority Watkins Muscle Shoals
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a piece of historical science to your home or office with our Media Storehouse Metal Print of ALABAMA: LABORATORY, 1942. This captivating image, sourced from The Granger Collection, showcases Paul Imes, Samuel Watkins, and George Richardson at work in a Tennessee Valley Authority chemical plant near Muscle Shoals, Alabama. The vintage black and white photograph, now transformed into a sleek metal print, adds an intriguing touch of industrial history to any space. Experience the unique combination of art and history with this stunning metal print.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
ALABAMA - LABORATORY, 1942. Paul Imes, Samuel Watkins, and George Richardson - Pioneering African American Laboratory Technicians at Muscle Shoals
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph captures a significant moment in history during the summer of 1942. In the heart of Alabama's Tennessee Valley Authority chemical plant near Muscle Shoals, three remarkable men stand proudly in their laboratory. Meet Paul Imes, Samuel Watkins, and George Richardson – trailblazing African American technicians who played an instrumental role in advancing scientific research. Their dedication to their craft is evident as they are captured engrossed in their work amidst shelves filled with chemicals and equipment. The photo by Alfred Palmer immortalizes these unsung heroes who defied societal barriers to pursue careers that were often denied to people of color during this era. The Tennessee Valley Authority was known for its ground-breaking contributions to industrial development and energy production. However, it is the faces of these skilled individuals that truly bring life to this image; reminding us that progress knows no boundaries when talent meets opportunity. Through this powerful snapshot frozen in time, we witness not only the significance of their individual achievements but also the collective impact they had on breaking down racial barriers within the scientific community. Their legacy continues to inspire generations today as we recognize them as pioneers who paved the way for future advancements in chemistry and beyond. Granger Art on Demand presents this extraordinary print from The Granger Collection – a testament to resilience, determination, and triumph over adversity
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