Poster Print : Knox County, Tennessee (Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)). M
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Knox County, Tennessee (Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)). M
Knox County, Tennessee (Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)). Mrs. Wiegel uses electric vacuum cleaner. Date 1942 June
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Authority Cleaner Electric Knox Tennessee Vacuum
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the stunning "Knox County, Tennessee (Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA))" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes us back in time to 1942, where we witness a woman named Mrs. Wiegel using an electric vacuum cleaner in Knox County, Tennessee. The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is in the background, showcasing the remarkable progress of technology and electricity in rural America during that era. This timeless photograph is now available as a high-quality poster print, perfect for adding a unique and educational touch to any room in your home or office. Immerse yourself in history and bring this iconic moment into your space.
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, taken in the heart of Knox County, Tennessee, in June 1942, we witness a moment of everyday life that encapsulates the transformative impact of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) on rural America. The scene is set in a humble living room, where a woman identified as Mrs. Wiegel is in the process of cleaning the floor with an electric vacuum cleaner. The vacuum cleaner, a symbol of modern convenience, stands in stark contrast to the simple, rustic surroundings. The Tennessee Valley Authority, an American federal agency established in 1933, was created to improve life in the Tennessee Valley through electrical power generation, flood control, and public works projects. By the early 1940s, the TVA had brought electricity to many rural communities in the region, making appliances like the vacuum cleaner accessible to families like the Wiegels. The photograph captures the sense of progress and innovation that swept through the Tennessee Valley during this period. Mrs. Wiegel's use of the electric vacuum cleaner not only represents the convenience and efficiency it brings to her daily life but also symbolizes the broader social and economic changes that the TVA initiated. The image is a poignant reminder of the profound impact that public works projects and technological advancements can have on individuals and communities, transforming their lives in ways both big and small. This photograph, taken in Knox County, Tennessee, offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to reflect on the history of the Tennessee Valley Authority and the profound impact it had on the lives of ordinary Americans like Mrs. Wiegel.
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