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Canvas Print : MIGRANT WORKERS, 1939. Beet field workers in Adams County, Colorado, October 1939
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MIGRANT WORKERS, 1939. Beet field workers in Adams County, Colorado, October 1939
MIGRANT WORKERS, 1939.
Beet field workers in Adams County, Colorado, October 1939
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Media ID 13213173
1939 Adam Adams Agriculture Beet Colorado County Farm Security Administration Field Great Depression Harvest Migrant Worker New Deal October Okie Poor Working Class Unidentified
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the poignant history of the past to your home with our Canvas Print of "Migrant Workers, 1939" by 140_1651930 from Granger Art on Demand. This evocative image captures the spirit of the beet field workers in Adams County, Colorado, as they toil in the October harvest of 1939. The rich, textured canvas brings depth and depth to the powerful black and white photograph, transporting you back in time. A timeless addition to any home or office, this canvas print is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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
This photograph, titled "MIGRANT WORKERS, 1939" takes us back to a significant chapter in American history. The image captures the harsh reality of life during the Great Depression, specifically in Adams County, Colorado. In October 1939, against a backdrop of vast beet fields stretching as far as the eye can see, we witness a group of unidentified men standing proudly. These resilient individuals were migrant workers who traveled from place to place in search of employment opportunities. They formed an integral part of the working class that played a crucial role in sustaining agricultural production during those challenging times. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of their contribution and resilience. The Farm Security Administration (FSA) commissioned this portrait as part of its efforts to document and raise awareness about the struggles faced by these laborers. Through this lens, we gain insight into their lives - marked by poverty but not devoid of dignity or determination. While their faces remain anonymous to us today, they represent countless others who endured similar hardships across America's heartland. Their presence reminds us not only of the difficulties faced during one era but also highlights ongoing issues surrounding labor rights and economic inequality. As we reflect on this poignant image captured over eight decades ago, let it serve as an enduring testament to human strength amidst adversity and inspire conversations about social justice both then and now.
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