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Fine Art Print : MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1939. Children playing in nursery school at a camp for migrant workers
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MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1939. Children playing in nursery school at a camp for migrant workers
MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1939.
Children playing in nursery school at a camp for migrant workers, Tulare County, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, May 1939
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Media ID 13215935
1939 Adolescent Ball California Camp Children Denim Dorothea Farm Great Depression Lange Migrant Worker New Deal Overalls Playing Poverty Rural School Schoolyard Working Class Young Nursery School
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our Fine Art Print of 'Migrant Children, 1939' from Media Storehouse. This evocative photograph, taken by Dorothea Lange for The Granger Collection, captures a moment of innocence and resilience as children play in a nursery school at a migrant workers camp during the Great Depression. A poignant reminder of a significant period in American history, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, educators, and art collectors alike. Order your print today and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a moment of innocence amidst the harsh realities of the Great Depression. Taken in May 1939 by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, it showcases migrant children playing joyfully in a nursery school at a camp for migrant workers in Tulare County, California. The image portrays the resilience and spirit of these young boys and girls who were born into poverty-stricken families during one of America's most challenging times. Clad in denim overalls, their youthful energy is palpable as they engage in an animated game with a ball. Lange's lens not only freezes this fleeting moment but also serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles faced by working-class families during that era. The Farm Security Administration (FSA) commissioned Lange to document the plight of rural communities affected by economic hardship, making her photographs instrumental in raising awareness about social issues. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are transported back to an early morning at this camp where hope mingled with despair. These children represent both vulnerability and strength – symbols of determination against all odds. Their carefree play within the confines of their makeshift schoolyard offers us a glimpse into their world filled with dreams yet untarnished by adversity. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to reflect on our past while appreciating how far we have come since then. It reminds us that every child deserves access to education and opportunities regardless of their circumstances or background.
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