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Canvas Print : CHAIN GANG, c1898. A Southern chain gang. Photograph by Carl Weis, c1898
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CHAIN GANG, c1898. A Southern chain gang. Photograph by Carl Weis, c1898
CHAIN GANG, c1898.
A Southern chain gang. Photograph by Carl Weis, c1898
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Media ID 12236227
1898 Barrel Black Carl Chain Gang Convict Gang Guard Inmate Log Cabin Prison Prisoner Punishment Rural Weis
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the powerful and poignant image of "CHAIN GANG, c1898" by Carl Weis. This captivating photograph, originally from Granger Art on Demand, offers a glimpse into the past with its depiction of a Southern chain gang in 1898. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and authentic colors of this iconic image. Hang this evocative piece in your home or office to start a conversation and add depth to your decor. Each canvas print is coated with a protective varnish and comes ready to hang, making it a hassle-free addition to your space. Order now and transport yourself back in time with this captivating piece.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
CHAIN GANG, c1898 - A Glimpse into the Harsh Realities of Southern Convict Labor
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This powerful photograph captures a haunting scene from America's past - a Southern chain gang in the late 19th century. Taken by photographer Carl Weis around 1898, this image offers a window into the brutal punishment and forced labor endured by African American prisoners during that era. In this rural setting, men dressed in striped uniforms toil under the scorching sun, their bodies chained together as they work on an unidentified task. The guard stands watch over them with his hat pulled low, ensuring compliance through fear and intimidation. The backdrop of a humble log cabin hints at the harsh conditions these inmates faced while serving their sentences. Their faces reveal exhaustion and resignation, reflecting lives marked by oppression and limited opportunities for redemption. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of America's troubled history with racial inequality and systemic injustice. It prompts us to reflect on how far we have come while acknowledging how much further we still need to go in our ongoing struggle for equality. As we gaze upon this print from Granger Art on Demand titled "CHAIN GANG" let it be not just an aesthetic piece but also a catalyst for dialogue about our collective responsibility to confront social injustices that persist today.
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