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COTTON PICKER, 1935. African American migrant workers picking cotton, Pulaski County, Arkansas
COTTON PICKER, 1935.
African American migrant workers picking cotton, Pulaski County, Arkansas. Photograph by Ben Shahn on October 1935
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Media ID 13213469
1935 Arkansas Black Cotton County Farm Farming Field Great Depression Harvest Migrant Worker New Deal October Picker Plantation Poor Pulaski Sack Shahn Working Class Southeast
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 26.1cm (15.6" x 10.3")
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.
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This powerful photograph captures a significant moment in American history - the struggles of African American migrant workers during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Ben Shahn in October 1935, this image showcases the harsh reality faced by these individuals as they toil away picking cotton on a plantation in Pulaski County, Arkansas. In this poignant scene, we see both men and women working diligently in the field, their faces etched with determination and resilience. The man featured prominently in the foreground embodies strength as he carries a heavy sack filled with freshly picked cotton. Behind him, a woman can be seen engaged in her own laborious task. The composition of this photograph highlights not only the physical demands of their work but also symbolizes their marginalized status within society at that time. These workers were part of an extensive migration from rural areas to find employment opportunities during one of America's most challenging economic periods. Shahn's lens captures not just individual stories but also sheds light on broader issues such as poverty, racial inequality, and social injustice prevalent during this era. This image serves as a reminder of our collective past and stands as a testament to the resilience and fortitude displayed by African Americans who persevered through adversity. As we reflect upon this historical moment frozen in time, it is crucial to recognize how far we have come while acknowledging that there is still work to be done towards achieving equality for all.
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