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Poster Print : CHICAGO: HOSPITAL, 1941. A doctor and patient at Provident Hospital, one of the
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CHICAGO: HOSPITAL, 1941. A doctor and patient at Provident Hospital, one of the
CHICAGO: HOSPITAL, 1941.
A doctor and patient at Provident Hospital, one of the few African American hospitals with an African American staff in Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by Edwin Rosskam, July 1941
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1941 Black Chicago Doctor Edwin Hospital July Patient Provident Hospital Rosskam South Side
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating CHICAGO: HOSPITAL, 1941 poster print from Granger, NYC / The Granger Collection. This evocative image, taken at Provident Hospital in Chicago, offers a rare glimpse into history. Witness the heartfelt connection between a dedicated doctor and his patient, as they work together in one of the city's few African American hospitals with an African American staff. This inspiring moment in time is now a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Bring history to life with our high-quality poster prints from Granger Art on Demand.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.4cm (23.4" x 15.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
CHICAGO - HOSPITAL, 1941. A Glimpse into the Pioneering Care at Provident Hospital
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph captures a significant moment in the history of healthcare in Chicago. Taken by Edwin Rosskam in July 1941, it showcases a doctor and patient at Provident Hospital, one of the few African American hospitals with an entirely African American staff during that era. The image transports us to the interior of this groundbreaking institution located on Chicago's South Side. In this mid-century scene, we witness a compassionate doctor attentively caring for his patient who rests comfortably on a hospital bed. The dedication and expertise displayed by these medical professionals are evident as they work together to provide quality care. Provident Hospital played an essential role in breaking down racial barriers within the healthcare system, offering much-needed services to African Americans who faced discrimination elsewhere. It served as both a symbol of hope and empowerment for Black communities across Chicago. Through this powerful snapshot frozen in time, we gain insight into the resilience and determination exhibited by African American doctors and patients alike during an era marked by segregation and inequality. This photograph serves as a tribute to their unwavering spirit while reminding us of how far we have come in our ongoing pursuit of equality within healthcare provision.
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