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CHICAGO: SUMMER, 1941. Children cooling off from the summer heat in water
CHICAGO: SUMMER, 1941.
Children cooling off from the summer heat in water from a hydrant in Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by John Vachon, July 1941
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1941 Apartment Chicago Children Fire Hydrant Heat July Neighborhood Open Playing Street Scene Summer Vachon Water
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Transport yourself back in time with our captivating Chicago: Summer, 1941 poster print from Granger, NYC / The Granger Collection. This evocative photograph, taken by John Vachon in July 1941, captures a moment of pure joy as children cool off from the summer heat, playing in the water from a hydrant in Chicago, Illinois. Add a touch of vintage charm to your home or office with this beautifully printed poster, a stunning reminder of simpler times.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.1cm (11.9" x 7.9")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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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CHICAGO - SUMMER, 1941. Children Embrace the Joy of Youth amidst Sweltering Heat
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. In this photograph captured by John Vachon in July 1941, we are transported back to a scorching summer day in Chicago, Illinois. The image showcases a group of children seeking respite from the relentless heat by frolicking in water gushing out from an open fire hydrant. The scene exudes pure delight as these youngsters revel in their carefree spirits, finding solace and joy amidst the sweltering temperatures. Their laughter echoes through the city streets as they splash and play together with unbridled enthusiasm. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into daily life during mid-century America - a time when simple pleasures were cherished and community bonds were forged on hot summer days like these. It serves as a reminder that even amid challenging circumstances, such as oppressive heat or limited resources, human resilience shines through. John Vachon's masterful composition captures not only the physical relief provided by the hydrant but also highlights the vibrant spirit of Chicago's neighborhoods. Through his lens, he immortalizes this momentary escape from reality for these children who find solace in each other's company while creating lasting memories. As we gaze upon this timeless image today, it evokes nostalgia for simpler times and reminds us to cherish those moments of pure bliss that can be found even amidst adversity - just like these resilient children cooling off on that fateful summer
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