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Poster Print : CHICAGO: POSTERS, 1941. Circus posters on a wall in the Black Belt area of Chicago, Illinois
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CHICAGO: POSTERS, 1941. Circus posters on a wall in the Black Belt area of Chicago, Illinois
CHICAGO: POSTERS, 1941.
Circus posters on a wall in the Black Belt area of Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by Edwin Rosskam, 1941
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Media ID 13216349
1941 Black Black Belt Chicago Circus Clown Edwin Illinois New Deal Poster Rosskam South Side
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our CHICAGO: POSTERS, 1941 print from Granger Art on Demand. This captivating image, taken by Edwin Rosskam in 1941, showcases a vibrant collection of circus posters adorning the walls in Chicago's Black Belt area. Transport yourself to a bygone era with this evocative, high-quality poster print, perfect for adding a unique touch to any room in your home or office.
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 40.3cm (23.4" x 15.9")
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.
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This photograph, taken by Edwin Rosskam in 1941, transports us to the vibrant streets of Chicago's Black Belt area. The image showcases a wall adorned with eye-catching circus posters that add a burst of color to the otherwise somber surroundings. As we delve into this snapshot from history, we catch a glimpse of life in mid-20th century America. The juxtaposition is striking: against the backdrop of poverty and segregation, these larger-than-life images bring joy and excitement to the community. A young African American boy and girl stand before the wall, their faces filled with wonder as they gaze at the whimsical characters depicted on the posters. Perhaps for a moment, they are transported to another world – one where dreams come true under big tops and acrobats defy gravity. Rosskam's lens captures not only an artistic display but also serves as a testament to resilience amidst adversity. It reminds us that even in challenging times, beauty can be found if we open our eyes to it. This photograph is more than just documentation; it encapsulates hope and imagination within its frame. As we observe this slice of history frozen in time, let us reflect on how art has always had the power to transcend boundaries – both physical and societal – bringing communities together through shared experiences and emotions.
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