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GUITAR PLAYER, 1940. A farm boy playing guitar outside of a filling station in Pie Town
GUITAR PLAYER, 1940.
A farm boy playing guitar outside of a filling station in Pie Town, New Mexico. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1940
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Media ID 13217473
1940 Gas Station Great Depression Guitar Guitarist Musician New Mexico Pie Town Playing Rural Russell Singing Southwest Teenager Unidentified
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless charm of the past with our Fine Art Print of "Guitar Player, 1940" from Media Storehouse. This captivating photograph, taken by Russell Lee for The Granger Collection in New York City, captures a moment in time as a farm boy strums his guitar outside a filling station in Pie Town, New Mexico. The black and white image transports you back to a simpler era, evoking feelings of nostalgia and wonder. Add this stunning piece to your home or office décor and bring the beauty of history into your space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 print titled "GUITAR PLAYER, 1940" takes us back to a simpler time in rural America. The image captures the essence of daily life during the Great Depression, showcasing a young farm boy playing his guitar outside of a filling station in Pie Town, New Mexico. Photographed by Russell Lee in 1940 as part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) project, this snapshot beautifully portrays the resilience and creativity that emerged from challenging times. The unidentified teenager strums his guitar with passion and skill, transporting us to an era where music provided solace and escape. The midwestern landscape serves as a backdrop for this talented musician's performance. With rustic buildings and vast open spaces stretching into the distance, we can almost hear his soulful melodies echoing through the Southwest countryside. Russell Lee's masterful composition allows us to glimpse into a moment frozen in time - capturing not only the physical surroundings but also conveying emotions hidden within each note played. This photograph is a testament to how artistry thrives even amidst adversity. Displayed by Granger Art on Demand, this print invites viewers to reflect on American history while appreciating the universal language of music that transcends time and place. It serves as a reminder that even during difficult periods like the Great Depression, human spirit finds ways to express itself creatively – offering hope and inspiration for generations to come.
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