Fine Art Print : COAL TOWN, 1939. A dilapidated automobile left on a hill above impovished homes
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COAL TOWN, 1939. A dilapidated automobile left on a hill above impovished homes
COAL TOWN, 1939.
A dilapidated automobile left on a hill above impovished homes in the coal town of Kempton, West Virginia. Photograph by John Vachon in May 1939
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Media ID 13213509
1939 Automobile Broken Coal Great Depression Hillside Home Housing Industry Kempton New Deal Poverty Rural Southeastern Tire Town Vachon West Virginia
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of "Coal Town, 1939" from Media Storehouse and Granger Art on Demand. This evocative photograph captures the stark reality of life in a coal mining community, with a dilapidated automobile perched on a hill above impoverished homes. Taken by renowned photographer John Vachon in May 1939, this image offers a poignant glimpse into history, transporting you back in time. Add this beautiful print to your collection and bring the past into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
COAL TOWN, 1939 - A Glimpse into Desolation
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph captures the haunting essence of a bygone era. In the coal town of Kempton, West Virginia, during the heart-wrenching Great Depression in May 1939, John Vachon skillfully immortalized a scene that speaks volumes about poverty and struggle. Perched on a desolate hillside above impoverished homes, an abandoned automobile stands as a solemn reminder of shattered dreams. Its dilapidated frame tells tales of better days long gone by. The broken windows and worn-out tires bear witness to the hardships endured by those living in this rural southeastern community. The image serves as a poignant reflection of an industry that once thrived but now lies in ruins. As coal mining played a vital role in shaping America's early economy, it also left behind scars of destitution for many families who called these hills their home. Vachon's lens transports us back to an era when hope was scarce and survival was paramount. This photograph is not merely frozen history; it is an embodiment of resilience amidst adversity—a testament to the human spirit prevailing against all odds. As we gaze upon this powerful image today, let us remember those who lived through these challenging times—their struggles etched forever within this snapshot from our nation's past.
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