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ARKANSAS: SHARECROPPER. A sharecropper washing his hands in a small water basin
ARKANSAS: SHARECROPPER.
A sharecropper washing his hands in a small water basin, Ozark Mountain, Arkansas. Photograph by Ben Shahn in October 1935
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Media ID 13214575
1935 Arkansas Basin Bucket Denim Farmer Great Depression Hand New Deal October Overalls Ozark Mountains Poverty Rural Shahn Sharecropper Table Washbin Washing Water Working Class Southeast
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Bring the poignant history of the American South into your home with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, "ARKANSAS: SHARECROPPER" by Ben Shahn, captures a moment of quiet reflection as a sharecropper washes his hands in a small basin against the backdrop of the Ozark Mountains in Arkansas. Taken in October 1935 during the Great Depression, this photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era. Add this timeless piece to your collection and let the story of the sharecropper's resilience and determination inspire you every day.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photograph captures a poignant moment in the life of an Arkansas sharecropper during the Great Depression. In this image, taken by renowned photographer Ben Shahn in October 1935, we see a hardworking man washing his hands in a small water basin against the backdrop of the rugged Ozark Mountains. The weariness etched on his face tells a story of struggle and resilience as he goes about his daily routine. Dressed in denim overalls, he represents the working class that bore the brunt of economic hardship during this tumultuous era. Shahn's lens transports us to a time when poverty was rampant and opportunities were scarce. The starkness of this image serves as a reminder of the harsh realities faced by many Americans at that time. As part of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal program, which aimed to alleviate poverty and stimulate economic recovery, Shahn captured images for the Farm Security Administration (FSA). These photographs documented rural life across America, shedding light on both its hardships and triumphs. In this particular photograph, Shahn skillfully portrays not only physical labor but also dignity amidst adversity. It is through such images that we gain insight into our shared history and are reminded to appreciate how far we have come while acknowledging those who persevered through difficult times.
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