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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
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our exclusive range of poster prints from Granger Art on Demand. This powerful image, titled "UNEMPLOYED MINER, 1935" by 140_1710105, captures the poignant reality of an unemployed miner in the abandoned mining town of Zinc, Arkansas. Taken by renowned photographer Ben Shahn in October 1935, this black and white photograph is a poignant reminder of the past. Add this evocative piece to your walls and ignite conversation with its compelling storytelling. Order your Media Storehouse poster print of "UNEMPLOYED MINER, 1935" today and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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.
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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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