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Poster Print : Schoolboys reading books in an outdoor classroom for migrant children at Skyline Farms, near Scottsboro, Alabama. Photograph by Carl Mydans, June 1936
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Schoolboys reading books in an outdoor classroom for migrant children at Skyline Farms, near Scottsboro, Alabama. Photograph by Carl Mydans, June 1936
ALABAMA: SCHOOL, 1936.
Schoolboys reading books in an outdoor classroom for migrant children at Skyline Farms, near Scottsboro, Alabama. Photograph by Carl Mydans, June 1936
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Media ID 13215005
1936 Adolescent Alabama Barefoot Carl Chair Children Classroom Education Elementary School Great Depression June Learning Lesson Literacy Migrant Mydans New Deal Poor Reading Rural Schoolboy Stump Summer Trunk Working Class Young Southeast
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This powerful image, captured by Carl Mydans in 1936, depicts schoolboys intently reading in an outdoor classroom at Skyline Farms, near Scottsboro, Alabama. The photograph, part of the Granger Art on Demand archive, offers a poignant glimpse into the past and the determination of children to learn despite their circumstances. Bring the history and spirit of this iconic moment into your home or office with our high-quality poster print. Order now and let the intrigue and inspiration of this timeless photograph be a constant reminder of the power of education.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.4cm (11.9" x 8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken by Carl Mydans in June 1936, transports us back to a time when education was a privilege not easily accessible for all. In the heart of rural Alabama, at Skyline Farms near Scottsboro, we witness a group of young schoolboys engrossed in their books within an outdoor classroom. These children are part of the migrant community who faced immense hardships during the Great Depression. Despite their barefoot appearance and humble surroundings, these boys exude determination and thirst for knowledge. Seated on makeshift chairs made from tree stumps and trunks, they eagerly absorb every word written on those pages. This image captures the essence of early education efforts during that era – where literacy was seen as a pathway out of poverty. The setting itself speaks volumes about the challenges faced by these working-class families. The open-air classroom symbolizes resourcefulness amidst limited resources while also providing an opportunity for learning under nature's canopy. Carl Mydans' lens beautifully encapsulates both hope and resilience within this snapshot frozen in time. It serves as a reminder that even in times of adversity, education remains invaluable – empowering individuals to transcend circumstances beyond their control. As we reflect upon this poignant moment from history, let us acknowledge the significance of initiatives like Skyline Farms which aimed to uplift marginalized communities through education during one of America's most challenging periods - The Great Depression.
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