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Fine Art Print : TENNESSEE: CARNIVAL, 1940. Children on the merry-go-round at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis
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TENNESSEE: CARNIVAL, 1940. Children on the merry-go-round at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis
TENNESSEE: CARNIVAL, 1940.
Children on the merry-go-round at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, c1940
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Media ID 13215155
1940 Carnival Children Entertainment Marion Memphis Post Ride Tennessee Wolcott Merry Go Round Unidentified
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step right up and transport yourself back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of TENNESSEE: CARNIVAL, 1940. This captivating photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, taken at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis, Tennessee, captures the joy and wonder of childhood as children laugh and ride the merry-go-round. Add a touch of nostalgia and vintage charm to your home or office with this beautiful piece from The Granger Collection, now available through Media Storehouse's Art on Demand service.
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.
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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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the essence of joy and innocence during a bygone era. Taken in 1940 at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis, Tennessee, it showcases a group of children gleefully riding on a merry-go-round. The image, captured by Marion Post Wolcott, exudes an air of nostalgia as it transports us back to a time when simple pleasures brought immense happiness. The children's radiant smiles and carefree expressions reflect their excitement and pure delight in this momentary escape from reality. As they hold onto the beautifully crafted carousel horses, their laughter fills the air amidst the bustling atmosphere of the carnival. The vibrant lights adorning the ride create a magical ambiance that adds to their enchantment. Wolcott's keen eye for detail is evident in this photograph; every child's face tells its own story - some filled with wonder, others brimming with anticipation. Through her lens, she immortalizes not only these unidentified youngsters but also an entire generation marked by resilience and hope during challenging times. As we gaze upon this timeless image today, we are reminded of simpler days when community gatherings like carnivals provided solace and unity. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst uncertainty and hardship, there is always room for joy and celebration – something these children understood all too well on that day at the Cotton Carnival in 1940 Memphis.
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