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LABOR DAY PARADE, 1940. Band and clowns at a Labor Day celebration in Silverton, Colorado
LABOR DAY PARADE, 1940.
Band and clowns at a Labor Day celebration in Silverton, Colorado. Photograph by Russell Lee, September 1940
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Media ID 13215471
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage Labor Day Parade, 1940 poster print. Featuring a captivating photograph by Russell Lee from The Granger Collection, this poster brings to life the lively spirit of a Labor Day celebration in Silverton, Colorado. The image showcases a marching band and joyful clowns, evoking the nostalgic charm of a bygone era. Decorate your home or office with this unique and intriguing piece, and let the memories of community, joy, and celebration come alive.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
LABOR DAY PARADE, 1940 - A Vibrant Celebration of Unity and Resilience in Silverton, Colorado
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This black-and-white photograph captures the essence of a Labor Day celebration in Silverton, Colorado back in 1940. The image showcases a lively parade scene with a marching band and clowns taking center stage. As the band members proudly play their instruments - trombones and trumpets resonating through the mountain air - their music fills the streets with an infectious energy. Amidst a backdrop of mid-mountain scenery, this snapshot reflects both the excitement and unity that characterized Labor Day festivities during this era. The crowd lining the dirt road is filled with anticipation as they witness this display of entertainment unfold before them. Clowns dressed in colorful costumes add an extra touch of whimsy to the occasion, eliciting laughter from young and old alike. Taken by photographer Russell Lee in September 1940 as part of his documentation for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of America's resilience during challenging times such as the Great Depression. It symbolizes not only a day dedicated to honoring workers but also highlights how communities came together to celebrate their shared values. Preserved in sepia tones, this historical print from Granger Art on Demand transports us back to an era when labor movements were gaining momentum under President Roosevelt's New Deal policies. It encapsulates both pride and hope for better days ahead while paying homage to small-town charm and rural
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