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Fine Art Print : Community dining hall in a peoples commune, China, 1959 (b / w photo)
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Community dining hall in a peoples commune, China, 1959 (b / w photo)
PNP367507 Community dining hall in a peoples commune, China, 1959 (b/w photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Historical Pictures; Chinese, out of copyright
Media ID 22376296
© Peter Newark Historical Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Cafeteria Content Happy Plenty Prosperity Dine
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with this striking black and white photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. Captured in 1959, this image offers a glimpse into the past with its depiction of a community dining hall in a Chinese peoples commune. The atmosphere is one of shared unity and communal living, transporting you back in time. This rare and captivating piece, taken by an anonymous Chinese photographer, is part of the Peter Newark Historical Pictures collection and is now available as a Fine Art Print, adding a touch of history and culture to any space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.6cm x 40.6cm (18.7" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 captures the essence of community and prosperity in a dining hall within a peoples commune in China, circa 1959. The image showcases an interior scene filled with smiling individuals, predominantly female, who exude contentment and happiness. A child can be seen among them, symbolizing the communal spirit that permeated every aspect of life during this time. The photograph serves as a powerful piece of communist propaganda, highlighting the abundance and plenty that was believed to be achieved through collective efforts. It portrays a sense of unity and shared purpose as people gather together to enjoy their meal in this bustling cafeteria. The composition beautifully captures the atmosphere of the dining hall, with individuals engaged in conversations while eating and drinking beverages. The photographer skillfully conveys not only the physical act of nourishment but also the emotional satisfaction derived from communal dining experiences. This remarkable snapshot offers us a glimpse into Chinese society at that time – one marked by camaraderie, cooperation, and optimism for a brighter future. It is an invaluable historical document that reminds us of both the challenges faced by these communities and their unwavering determination to create a better world for themselves through collective action.
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