Poster Print : INSURANCE COMPANY, 1941. Employees at work at an African American insurance company in Chicago
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INSURANCE COMPANY, 1941. Employees at work at an African American insurance company in Chicago
INSURANCE COMPANY, 1941.
Employees at work at an African American insurance company in Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by Edwin Rosskam, July 1941
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Media ID 13645206
1941 Black Company Document Edwin Insurance July Paper Rosskam Typewriter Working
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from Granger, NYC's Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, titled "INSURANCE COMPANY, 1941," showcases a rare glimpse into history with African American employees hard at work at an insurance company in Chicago. Taken by renowned photographer Edwin Rosskam in July 1941, this evocative photograph is now available as a high-quality poster print. Bring the rich history of the insurance industry and the importance of diversity to your workspace or home decor. Order now from Granger Art on Demand and make a statement with this stunning piece of history.
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.
INSURANCE COMPANY, 1941 - A Glimpse into African American Excellence in Chicago
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph takes us back to the year 1941, offering a rare glimpse into the bustling interior of an African American insurance company in Chicago, Illinois. The image captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing dedicated employees diligently at work amidst stacks of papers and typewriters. Photographed by Edwin Rosskam during July of that year, this historical document serves as a testament to the resilience and determination of African Americans during a time when opportunities for economic advancement were limited. It showcases their unwavering commitment to building prosperous futures for themselves and their community. The scene exudes an air of professionalism as men and women can be seen engrossed in their tasks. Each face tells its own story - stories filled with ambition, perseverance, and hope. This snapshot encapsulates not only the daily operations within this insurance company but also represents countless untold narratives from similar establishments across America's mid-century urban landscape. As we reflect upon this powerful image today, let it serve as a reminder that progress is born out of hard work and unity. Let it inspire us to honor those who paved the way for future generations by acknowledging their contributions towards breaking down barriers within industries previously closed off to people of color. Granger Art on Demand presents this remarkable piece from their collection without any commercial intent; instead inviting viewers to appreciate its historical significance while celebrating the triumphs achieved against adversity.
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