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ST. LOUIS: HOBO, 1936. A hobo picking through a mound of trash, St. Louis, Missouri
ST. LOUIS: HOBO, 1936.
A hobo picking through a mound of trash, St. Louis, Missouri. Photograph by Carl Mydans, March 1936
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Media ID 13213691
1936 Carl Great Depression Hobo March Missouri Mound Mydans New Deal Picking Poverty Trash
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your greetings with our St. Louis: Hobo, 1936 card from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image captures the essence of the Great Depression era, featuring a hobo rummaging through a mound of trash in St. Louis, Missouri. Taken by renowned photographer Carl Mydans in March 1936, this timeless photograph is now available as a beautifully printed greeting card, perfect for sending a thoughtful message to a friend or loved one. With its rich history and powerful imagery, this card is sure to make a lasting impression.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant photograph taken by Carl Mydans in 1936, we catch a glimpse of the harsh realities faced by many during the Great Depression. The image captures a hobo, his weathered face reflecting years of hardship, as he sifts through a mound of trash in St. Louis, Missouri. The man's tattered clothing and worn-out shoes speak volumes about his life on the fringes of society. With determination etched across his face, he scours every inch of the garbage heap for any discarded treasures that might offer him some respite from poverty. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the economic struggles that plagued America during this era. It encapsulates both the desperation and resilience exhibited by those who were left with no choice but to search for sustenance amidst refuse. Mydans' composition skillfully juxtaposes the destitution experienced by individuals like this hobo against an urban backdrop - symbolizing how even within bustling cities, there existed pockets of extreme poverty. As we reflect upon this image today, it serves as a stark reminder not only of our past but also highlights ongoing issues related to income inequality and social justice. It prompts us to question how far we have come since then and challenges us to work towards creating a more equitable society where no one has to resort to picking through trash just to survive.
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