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GEORGIA: NEWSBOY, 1938. A farmers son selling the newspaper Grit in a rural town, Irwinville, Georgia. Photograph by John Vachon in May 1938
GEORGIA: NEWSBOY, 1938.
A farmers son selling the newspaper Grit in a rural town, Irwinville, Georgia. Photograph by John Vachon in May 1938
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Media ID 13213505
1938 Advertising Child Labor Coca Cola Coke Commerce Denim Georgia Great Depression New Deal Newsboy Newspaper Overalls Paper Poor Rural Selling Soft Drink Storefront Town Vachon Vendor Working Class Young Dr Pepper Southeast Unidentified
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
GEORGIA: NEWSBOY, 1938. Capturing the essence of a bygone era, this poignant photograph transports us to Irwinville, Georgia in May 1938. The image showcases a hardworking farmer's son as he diligently sells the newspaper Grit in a rural town. With determination etched on his face and donning denim overalls and a cap, this young boy embodies the resilience of the working class during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer John Vachon, known for his powerful images that documented American life during this transformative period, this snapshot offers a glimpse into the economic struggles faced by many families at that time. Against an early storefront backdrop adorned with advertisements for Coca Cola and Dr Pepper soft drinks - symbols of commerce and consumerism - we witness how even children were compelled to contribute to their family's livelihood. This evocative photo serves as a reminder of both the hardships endured by individuals like this newsboy and also their unwavering spirit amidst adversity. It stands as a testament to the indomitable human nature that perseveres through challenging times. As part of The Granger Collection's vast archive capturing significant moments in history, this print allows us to reflect upon our past while appreciating how far we have come since then.
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