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UNEMPLOYED MINER, 1935. An unemployed miner in the deserted mining town of Zinc, Arkansas
UNEMPLOYED MINER, 1935.
An unemployed miner in the deserted mining town of Zinc, Arkansas. Photograph by Ben Shahn in October 1935
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Media ID 13214583
1935 Arkansas Failure Fedora Great Depression Miner New Deal October Porch Poverty Rural Shahn Town Unemployed Southeast Zinc
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the poignant history of the Great Depression into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the haunting image of an Unemployed Miner, 1935. Captured by renowned photographer Ben Shahn in the deserted mining town of Zinc, Arkansas, this powerful photograph is a poignant reminder of the human cost of economic hardship. Our high-quality Metal Prints showcase vibrant colors and stunning detail, making this iconic image a captivating addition to any wall. Order now and bring a piece of American history into your home.
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 poignant photograph captures the harsh reality of the Great Depression era in America. Taken by renowned photographer Ben Shahn in October 1935, it portrays an unemployed miner standing on the porch of a dilapidated house in Zinc, Arkansas. The miner's weary expression and unkempt beard tell a story of despair and hardship. The deserted mining town serves as a haunting backdrop, symbolizing the devastating impact of economic failure during this time. The man's worn fedora hat adds to his rugged appearance, highlighting his resilience despite facing immense poverty. Shahn's composition skillfully emphasizes the subject's isolation within this rural setting. His portrait brings attention to not only one individual but also represents countless workers who were left jobless due to the collapse of industries across America. This photograph is part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) collection, which documented life during the Great Depression and aimed to raise awareness about rural poverty. It stands as a powerful testament to both human suffering and resilience amidst adversity. As we reflect upon this image from 1935, it serves as a reminder that even in times of great struggle, there is strength within individuals like this unemployed miner who persevered through unimaginable challenges brought forth by economic turmoil.
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