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SHARECROPPER, c1935. A sharecropper and family singing hymns on the Sabbath, near Hale County
SHARECROPPER, c1935.
A sharecropper and family singing hymns on the Sabbath, near Hale County, Alabama. Photograph by Walker Evans, c1935-1936
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Media ID 13214876
1935 1936 Adolescent Alabama County Evan Evans Eyeglass Eyeglasses Family Farmer Father Great Depression Hale Husband Hymn Mother Mustache New Deal Poverty Reading Religious Rural Sabbath Sharecropper Singing Sunday Walker Wife Working Class Young Southeast
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Mounted Photos from the Media Storehouse range. This captivating image, titled "Sharecropper, c1935," captures a poignant moment of a sharecropper family in Hale County, Alabama, as they gather for a Sabbath hymn sing. Taken by renowned photographer Walker Evans during the 1930s, this evocative photograph is now available as a beautifully mounted print, bringing history and art into your home. Experience the rich storytelling of this iconic image, now more accessible than ever.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 13.4cm (8" x 5.3")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
SHARECROPPER, c1935 - A Glimpse into Sabbath Serenity
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph captures a poignant moment in the lives of a sharecropper and his family near Hale County, Alabama during the 1930s. Taken by renowned photographer Walker Evans as part of his iconic documentation for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this image offers a glimpse into the daily life of rural America during the Great Depression. In this snapshot, we see a humble sharecropper and his wife seated on their porch with their young son beside them. The father, wearing worn-out clothes and sporting an earnest mustache, holds an open hymn book while leading his family in song on a peaceful Sabbath day. Their faces radiate devotion and resilience despite the hardships they endure. The woman's eyeglasses reflect her commitment to education amidst poverty-stricken surroundings. The boy looks up at his parents with admiration as he joins in singing hymns that provide solace from their struggles. This evocative scene showcases not only religious faith but also highlights how music serves as an emotional anchor for these hardworking individuals. Evans' masterful composition transports us back to an era where families found strength through unity, spirituality, and shared experiences. As we gaze upon this powerful image today, it reminds us of our collective history and encourages reflection on both societal progress made since then and challenges still faced by working-class communities across America.
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