Photographic Print : COAL TOWN, 1939. A dilapidated automobile left on a hill above impovished homes
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COAL TOWN, 1939. A dilapidated automobile left on a hill above impovished homes
COAL TOWN, 1939.
A dilapidated automobile left on a hill above impovished homes in the coal town of Kempton, West Virginia. Photograph by John Vachon in May 1939
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Media ID 13213509
1939 Automobile Broken Coal Great Depression Hillside Home Housing Industry Kempton New Deal Poverty Rural Southeastern Tire Town Vachon West Virginia
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Photographic Print of "COAL TOWN, 1939" by 140_1710277 from Granger Art on Demand. This evocative image, captured by John Vachan in May 1939, transports you to a bygone era with its depiction of a dilapidated automobile abandoned on a hill above impoverished homes in the coal town of Kempton, West Virginia. Add this powerful piece to your collection and bring the history and stories of the past into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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.
COAL TOWN, 1939 - A Glimpse into Desolation
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph captures the haunting essence of a bygone era. In the coal town of Kempton, West Virginia, during the heart-wrenching Great Depression in May 1939, John Vachon skillfully immortalized a scene that speaks volumes about poverty and struggle. Perched on a desolate hillside above impoverished homes, an abandoned automobile stands as a solemn reminder of shattered dreams. Its dilapidated frame tells tales of better days long gone by. The broken windows and worn-out tires bear witness to the hardships endured by those living in this rural southeastern community. The image serves as a poignant reflection of an industry that once thrived but now lies in ruins. As coal mining played a vital role in shaping America's early economy, it also left behind scars of destitution for many families who called these hills their home. Vachon's lens transports us back to an era when hope was scarce and survival was paramount. This photograph is not merely frozen history; it is an embodiment of resilience amidst adversity—a testament to the human spirit prevailing against all odds. As we gaze upon this powerful image today, let us remember those who lived through these challenging times—their struggles etched forever within this snapshot from our nation's past.
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