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Canvas Print : NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940. Railroad crossing on a rural road in McHenry County, North Dakota. Photograph by John Vachon in October 1940
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NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940. Railroad crossing on a rural road in McHenry County, North Dakota. Photograph by John Vachon in October 1940
NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940.
Railroad crossing on a rural road in McHenry County, North Dakota. Photograph by John Vachon in October 1940
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Media ID 13214531
1940 Crossing Dirt Road Great Depression Mchenry New Deal North Dakota October Powerline Railroad Railroad Track Road Rural Scenic View Sign Storm Telephone Pole Vachon
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our vintage Canvas Print of "North Dakota Road, 1940" by 140_1706691 from Granger Art on Demand. This captivating photograph, taken by John Vachon in October 1940, showcases a railroad crossing on a rural road in McHenry County, North Dakota. The black and white image transports you to a bygone era, with the worn road, rustic fences, and classic railroad cars creating a sense of nostalgia and wonder. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring the rich details and textures of this historic moment to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office decor.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 photograph, titled "NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940" transports us back to a simpler time in rural America. Taken by the talented photographer John Vachon in October 1940, this image captures a railroad crossing on a dirt road in McHenry County, North Dakota. The scene is beautifully framed by the vast open sky above and stormy clouds looming in the distance. A solitary telephone pole stands tall against the horizon, while power lines stretch across the landscape. The presence of these man-made structures serves as a reminder of progress and connectivity even amidst such remote surroundings. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the resilience of those living through challenging times like the Great Depression. The New Deal initiatives are subtly represented here with signs indicating that infrastructure improvements were underway. The composition draws our attention to both natural beauty and human intervention coexisting harmoniously. The railroad tracks cut through the peaceful countryside, symbolizing movement and connection between communities. This print evokes nostalgia for an era when life moved at a slower pace but was filled with its own unique challenges and triumphs. It reminds us to appreciate simplicity and find beauty even in seemingly ordinary moments along forgotten roads.
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