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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
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic image of "Red Cross Infirmary, 1937" by Walker Evans. This powerful photograph captures the resilience of sick flood refugees in a Red Cross temporary infirmary during a flood relief camp in Forrest City, Arkansas. Our high-quality metal prints are vibrant, waterproof, and scratch-resistant, making them perfect for adding depth and dimension to any space. Experience the emotional impact of this historic image like never before with Media Storehouse Metal Prints from Granger Art on Demand.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
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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