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Framed Print : CHRISTMAS POOR, 1936. A Christmas Day dinner of potatoes, cabbage and pie at the home of Earl Pauley, Smithfield, Iowa, 1936. Photograph by Russell Lee
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CHRISTMAS POOR, 1936. A Christmas Day dinner of potatoes, cabbage and pie at the home of Earl Pauley, Smithfield, Iowa, 1936. Photograph by Russell Lee
CHRISTMAS POOR, 1936.
A Christmas Day dinner of potatoes, cabbage and pie at the home of Earl Pauley, Smithfield, Iowa, 1936. Photograph by Russell Lee
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Media ID 13213368
1936 Brother Christmas Dining Room Dinner Farm Security Administration Great Depression Iowa Kitchen New Deal Poverty Russel Sister Winter
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Add a touch of history to your home with the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Christmas Poor, 1936" by Russell Lee. This evocative photograph captures the spirit of the holiday season during a simpler time, featuring a heartwarming scene of Earl Pauley's family enjoying a traditional Christmas Day dinner in Smithfield, Iowa. The black and white image, taken by the renowned photographer Russell Lee, is a poignant reminder of the enduring power of community and togetherness. Bring this piece of American history into your home and create a timeless conversation starter with our high-quality framed print.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This poignant photograph captures the reality of Christmas during the Great Depression in 1936. In a modest dining room in Smithfield, Iowa, Earl Pauley and his family gather around a simple yet heartfelt Christmas Day dinner. The table is adorned with humble offerings - potatoes, cabbage, and pie - representing their meager means during this challenging time. Russell Lee's lens beautifully portrays the resilience of this American family as they come together to celebrate despite their circumstances. The children, a boy and his sister, sit side by side at the table, their faces reflecting both gratitude for what they have and an understanding of the hardships that surround them. The image offers a glimpse into life on an Iowa farm during winter. The worn-out kitchen walls tell stories of countless meals prepared with love and determination. As part of President Roosevelt's New Deal initiative, this photograph was taken under the Farm Security Administration (FSA), which aimed to document rural poverty across America. Beyond its historical significance, this photo serves as a reminder of the power of unity and appreciation for even the simplest joys in life. It prompts us to reflect on our own blessings while inspiring empathy towards those who may be experiencing hardship today.
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