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Fine Art Print : UNEMPLOYED MINER, 1935. An unemployed miner in the deserted mining town of Zinc, Arkansas
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UNEMPLOYED MINER, 1935. An unemployed miner in the deserted mining town of Zinc, Arkansas
UNEMPLOYED MINER, 1935.
An unemployed miner in the deserted mining town of Zinc, Arkansas. Photograph by Ben Shahn in October 1935
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Media ID 13214583
1935 Arkansas Failure Fedora Great Depression Miner New Deal October Porch Poverty Rural Shahn Town Unemployed Southeast Zinc
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of the Great Depression through the haunting image of an unemployed miner in the deserted mining town of Zinc, Arkansas. This fine art print, part of the Media Storehouse collection, captures the poignant photograph taken by Ben Shahn in October 1935. The black and white image transports you back in time, offering a powerful reminder of the past and the resilience of the human spirit. Add this evocative piece to your home or office to inspire reflection and conversation.
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.
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This poignant photograph captures the harsh reality of the Great Depression era in America. Taken by renowned photographer Ben Shahn in October 1935, it portrays an unemployed miner standing on the porch of a dilapidated house in Zinc, Arkansas. The miner's weary expression and unkempt beard tell a story of despair and hardship. The deserted mining town serves as a haunting backdrop, symbolizing the devastating impact of economic failure during this time. The man's worn fedora hat adds to his rugged appearance, highlighting his resilience despite facing immense poverty. Shahn's composition skillfully emphasizes the subject's isolation within this rural setting. His portrait brings attention to not only one individual but also represents countless workers who were left jobless due to the collapse of industries across America. This photograph is part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) collection, which documented life during the Great Depression and aimed to raise awareness about rural poverty. It stands as a powerful testament to both human suffering and resilience amidst adversity. As we reflect upon this image from 1935, it serves as a reminder that even in times of great struggle, there is strength within individuals like this unemployed miner who persevered through unimaginable challenges brought forth by economic turmoil.
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