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KENTUCKY: COAL MINERS, 1935. Coal miners in Jenkins, Kentucky. Photograph by Ben Shahn
KENTUCKY: COAL MINERS, 1935.
Coal miners in Jenkins, Kentucky. Photograph by Ben Shahn, 1935
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Media ID 13214423
1935 Anonymous Break Coal Dirty Headlamp Kentucky Lunch Miner Mining Shahn Sitting Jenkins Southeast
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating KENTUCKY: COAL MINERS, 1935 poster print. This vintage photograph, taken by renowned artist Ben Shahn, captures the raw essence of coal mining in Jenkins, Kentucky during the 1930s. Each detail in this black-and-white image tells a story of resilience and hard work, making it a striking addition to any room. Bring a piece of American history into your home or office with this authentic and inspiring poster print from Media Storehouse and Granger, NYC.
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 37.1cm (23.4" x 14.6")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
KENTUCKY: COAL MINERS, 1935. A powerful glimpse into the lives of coal miners in Jenkins, Kentucky. This photograph by Ben Shahn transports us back to the early days of mining in America. The image captures a group of hardworking men taking a well-deserved break from their grueling work underground. The coal miners sit together on an exterior ledge, their faces marked with dirt and sweat, evidence of the demanding nature of their job. Each miner wears a headlamp, symbolizing both their reliance on this essential tool and the dangerous conditions they face daily. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a moment of respite as these men enjoy their lunch amidst the backdrop of Southeastern Kentucky's rugged landscape. Their camaraderie is evident as they share stories and laughter while refueling for what lies ahead. Photographer Ben Shahn masterfully captures not only the physical toll that mining takes on these individuals but also highlights their resilience and strength. Through his lens, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by countless miners who played a vital role in fueling America's growth during this era. This print from Granger Art on Demand serves as a poignant reminder of our nation's industrial history and honors those who toiled beneath the earth's surface to power our progress.
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