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Framed 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
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step right up and bring the joy of the past into your home with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating photograph, "TENNESSEE: CARNIVAL, 1940. Children on the merry-go-round at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis," is a vintage treasure from The Granger Collection. Taken by Marion Post Wolcott in 1940, this image beautifully captures the excitement and innocence of childhood as children laugh and ride the merry-go-round at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis, Tennessee. Add this timeless piece to your decor and let the memories of yesteryears live on.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 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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