Fine Art Print : LABOR DAY PARADE, 1940. Band and clowns at a Labor Day celebration in Silverton, Colorado
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LABOR DAY PARADE, 1940. Band and clowns at a Labor Day celebration in Silverton, Colorado
LABOR DAY PARADE, 1940.
Band and clowns at a Labor Day celebration in Silverton, Colorado. Photograph by Russell Lee, September 1940
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Media ID 13215471
1940 Band Banner Celebration Clown Colorado Costume Dirt Road Drum Entertainment Excitement Great Depression Labor Day Labor Movement Marching Band Mountain Musician New Deal Parade Playing Rural Russell September Town Trombone Trumpet Silverton
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of "Labor Day Parade, 1940" by Russell Lee. Witness the joy and festivity of a bygone era as a Labor Day celebration unfolds in Silverton, Colorado. Band members play lively tunes, while clowns bring delight and amusement to the crowd. This timeless photograph, sourced from The Granger Collection, is a stunning addition to any home or office, evoking a sense of history and nostalgia. Order your Fine Art Print today and bring a piece of the past into your space.
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.
LABOR DAY PARADE, 1940 - A Vibrant Celebration of Unity and Resilience in Silverton, Colorado
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This black-and-white photograph captures the essence of a Labor Day celebration in Silverton, Colorado back in 1940. The image showcases a lively parade scene with a marching band and clowns taking center stage. As the band members proudly play their instruments - trombones and trumpets resonating through the mountain air - their music fills the streets with an infectious energy. Amidst a backdrop of mid-mountain scenery, this snapshot reflects both the excitement and unity that characterized Labor Day festivities during this era. The crowd lining the dirt road is filled with anticipation as they witness this display of entertainment unfold before them. Clowns dressed in colorful costumes add an extra touch of whimsy to the occasion, eliciting laughter from young and old alike. Taken by photographer Russell Lee in September 1940 as part of his documentation for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of America's resilience during challenging times such as the Great Depression. It symbolizes not only a day dedicated to honoring workers but also highlights how communities came together to celebrate their shared values. Preserved in sepia tones, this historical print from Granger Art on Demand transports us back to an era when labor movements were gaining momentum under President Roosevelt's New Deal policies. It encapsulates both pride and hope for better days ahead while paying homage to small-town charm and rural
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