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COUNTY FAIR, 1938. Sideshow attraction at a county fair in central Ohio
COUNTY FAIR, 1938.
Sideshow attraction at a county fair in central Ohio. Photograph by Ben Shahn in 1938
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Media ID 13213260
1938 Alligator Barker County Entertainment Fair Farm Security Administration Flag Freak Great Depression Megaphone New Deal Ohio Recreation Shahn Show Side Show Stage Weird Bullhorn
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 27.1cm (15.6" x 10.7")
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
Step right up and witness the wonders of the County Fair, 1938! This print takes us back to a time when entertainment was found in the most peculiar places. In central Ohio, amidst the Great Depression, a sideshow attraction at a county fair stole the spotlight. Captured by Ben Shahn, this photograph showcases an American boy with his cap proudly donned, standing alongside a barker armed with a bullhorn. The scene unfolds before our eyes as we see men gathered around an exterior stage adorned with flags. The Farm Security Administration (FSA) had initiated their New Deal programs to provide recreation and relief during these challenging times. And what better way than through this bizarre spectacle? As we delve deeper into this image, we spot an alligator lurking nearby – one of many oddities that enticed fairgoers seeking respite from their daily struggles. The megaphone-wielding barker amplifies his voice to draw attention to this peculiar show. This photograph serves as both a testament to human curiosity and resilience during difficult times. It reminds us that even in moments of hardship, people sought solace in strange and unusual forms of entertainment. Granger Art on Demand presents us with yet another glimpse into history's tapestry – capturing not only individual stories but also reflecting broader societal themes such as perseverance and escapism.
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