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CHICAGO: PAPER COLLECTING. An African American man and woman collecting paper for sale
CHICAGO: PAPER COLLECTING.
An African American man and woman collecting paper for sale, on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by Edwin Rosskam, April 1941
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Media ID 13645352
1941 April Black Black Belt Cart Chicago Collector Edwin Paper Poverty Rosskam South Side Street Scene Trash Unemployed Collecting
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.3cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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 moment in the daily life of an African American man and woman collecting paper for sale on the South Side of Chicago in April 1941. Taken by photographer Edwin Rosskam, this image provides a glimpse into the struggles faced by individuals living in poverty during that time. In the midst of bustling city streets, the couple can be seen pushing a cart filled with discarded paper, their determined expressions reflecting their resilience and resourcefulness. This scene is set against the backdrop of Chicago's Black Belt neighborhood, where many African Americans resided at that time. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both economic hardship and racial inequality prevalent during this era. The presence of trash strewn across the street further emphasizes the challenging circumstances faced by these individuals who were likely unemployed. Rosskam's lens not only captures an ordinary street scene but also sheds light on the harsh realities experienced by marginalized communities. It stands as a testament to his commitment to documenting everyday life and raising awareness about social issues through his work. This print from Granger Art on Demand offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon history while recognizing how far society has come since then. It serves as a visual reminder that progress should never be taken for granted and encourages us to continue striving for equality for all.
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