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Metal Print : FLINT SIT DOWN STRIKE, 1937. Strikers guarding the entrance to the Fisher body plant #3 in Flint
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FLINT SIT DOWN STRIKE, 1937. Strikers guarding the entrance to the Fisher body plant #3 in Flint
FLINT SIT DOWN STRIKE, 1937.
Strikers guarding the entrance to the Fisher body plant #3 in Flint, Michigan, during the Flint Sit Down Strike. Photograph by Dick Sheldon, 1937
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Media ID 13214985
1937 Dick Factory Fisher Flint General Motors Labor Movement Michigan Sheldon Sitting Strike Striker Union Guarding
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Print of the Flint Sit Down Strike, 1937, from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness history unfold as strikers courageously guard the entrance to Fisher body plant #3 in Flint, Michigan. This evocative photograph, captured by Dick Sheldon, offers a glimpse into the pivotal moment of the labor movement. Bring this powerful image into your home or office with our high-quality Metal Print, meticulously crafted to bring out the vibrant colors and intricate details. Experience the past in a whole new way with this stunning piece from Granger Art on Demand.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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 powerful photograph captures a pivotal moment in American labor history - the Flint Sit Down Strike of 1937. The image shows a group of determined strikers standing guard at the entrance to Fisher body plant #3 in Flint, Michigan. Their resolute expressions and defiant posture speak volumes about their unwavering commitment to fighting for workers' rights. Photographed by Dick Sheldon, this snapshot provides a glimpse into the heart of the strike that shook General Motors and reverberated throughout the nation. These men, representing the United Auto Workers union, took an unprecedented stand by occupying their workplace rather than picketing outside. By sitting down inside the factory walls, they effectively halted production and forced management to negotiate with them. The interior setting adds depth to this photograph as it showcases not only the physical presence of these brave individuals but also symbolizes their determination to reclaim control over their working conditions. It serves as a reminder that change often begins from within. As we reflect on this historic moment captured through Sheldon's lens, we are reminded of how collective action can bring about significant social change. This image stands as a testament to the strength and resilience of those who fought for fair treatment and better lives for themselves and future generations.
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