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SUPERMARKET, 1938. Shoppers at a grocery store in Newark, Ohio. Photograph, 1938
SUPERMARKET, 1938.
Shoppers at a grocery store in Newark, Ohio. Photograph, 1938, by Ben Shahn
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Media ID 13213161
1938 Commerce Customer Farm Security Administration Great Depression New Deal Ohio Shopping Storefront Street Scene Supermarket
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our vintage-inspired Metal Print of "SUPERMARKET, 1938" by Ben Shahn. This captivating photograph, sourced from Granger Art on Demand, transports you to a grocery store in Newark, Ohio during the 1930s. Witness the hustle and bustle of shoppers going about their daily errands, frozen in time on a sleek, metallic surface. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your space with this unique and intriguing piece of art.
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 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "SUPERMARKET, 1938" transports us back to a bustling grocery store in Newark, Ohio. Taken in the midst of the Great Depression by renowned photographer Ben Shahn, this image captures a slice of American daily life during a time of economic hardship. In this snapshot frozen in time, shoppers can be seen navigating through the aisles filled with essential goods. Women clad in elegant dresses and hats carefully select items from neatly arranged shelves while men observe their surroundings with curiosity. The exterior of the supermarket showcases an early street scene typical of North American towns during that era. The Farm Security Administration (FSA) logo subtly reminds us that this photograph was part of a larger project aimed at documenting rural America and its struggles during the Great Depression. It serves as a poignant reminder of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal policies which sought to alleviate poverty and revitalize the economy. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are transported to an era where supermarkets were still relatively new concepts but played an integral role in communities across America. This photograph encapsulates not only the spirit of resilience amidst adversity but also highlights how everyday activities like shopping have evolved over time. "Supermarket, 1938" is more than just a simple photo print; it is a testament to our shared history and serves as a visual portal into an important chapter in American commerce and society.
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