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PLANTING CORN, 1941. Planting corn in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia
PLANTING CORN, 1941.
Planting corn in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, May 1941
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Media ID 13213601
1941 Corn Equipment Farm Farm Security Administration Farm Tool Farmer Farming Field Great Depression Horse Drawn Marion New Deal Planting Plow Plowing Post Rural Shenandoah Sowing Spring Valley Wolcott Southeast
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the rich history of American agriculture into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. Featuring the iconic image "Planting Corn, 1941" by Marion Post Wolcott, this photograph captures the essence of hard work and perseverance in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Taken during May of 1941, this timeless image is now available in high-quality canvas format, allowing you to enjoy the beauty and history of this moment in time. Our canvas prints are not only visually stunning, but also durable and long-lasting, making them the perfect addition to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and add a piece of American history to your walls.
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.
Planting Corn, 1941 - A Glimpse into Rural Life in the Shenandoah Valley
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph takes us back to May 1941, capturing a pivotal moment in American history. In the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, Marion Post Wolcott skillfully frames a scene that epitomizes daily life during this era of great change. The image transports us to a vast field where a determined farmer is meticulously planting corn. With horse-drawn equipment and traditional farming tools at his disposal, he embodies resilience and resourcefulness amidst the challenges brought by the Great Depression. This snapshot serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and the transformative power of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal policies. As we observe this hardworking individual tending to his land with care, we are reminded of how agriculture was not only an economic necessity but also deeply intertwined with cultural identity in rural America. The lush greenery surrounding him symbolizes hope for prosperity as spring breathes new life into these fertile grounds. Marion Post Wolcott's masterful composition captures every detail – from the plow cutting through soil to each kernel being sown – inviting viewers to reflect on our connection with nature and our reliance on its bountiful offerings. This remarkable print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to step back in time and appreciate the dedication of those who shaped our nation's agricultural landscape while reminding us that progress often stems from humble beginnings.
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