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MEMPHIS: BEALE ST. c1939. Men in front of a billiard hall on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee
MEMPHIS: BEALE ST. c1939.
Men in front of a billiard hall on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, c1939
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Media ID 13216309
1939 Automobile Beale Billboard Black Display Hotel Jim Crow Marion Memphis New Deal Post Segregation Storefront Street Scene Tennessee Window Wolcott Beale Street Billiard Hall Southeast
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating Canvas Print of "MEMPHIS: BEALE ST. c1939" from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage photograph, sourced from the Library of Congress through Granger Art on Demand, captures a moment in history with men gathered in front of a billiard hall on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee. Taken by renowned photographer Marion Post Wolcott in 1939, this black-and-white image brings the classic charm of the past into your modern home. With high-quality canvas printing and vibrant colors, this timeless piece is sure to become a conversation starter and a cherished addition to your décor.
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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, titled "MEMPHIS: BEALE ST. c1939" takes us back in time to the bustling streets of Memphis, Tennessee during the early 20th century. The image captures a moment outside a billiard hall on Beale Street, a vibrant hub of African American culture and entertainment. In this snapshot frozen in time by photographer Marion Post Wolcott, we see a group of men gathered in front of the billiard hall's storefront window. They exude an air of confidence and camaraderie as they engage in conversation or perhaps plan their next game inside. Their presence adds life to the street scene, which is further enhanced by an array of eye-catching displays including billboards advertising various products and services. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the era's racial segregation with its mention of Jim Crow laws that enforced discrimination against Black Americans. Despite these oppressive circumstances, Beale Street remained an important center for African American social life and cultural expression. As part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) project commissioned during President Roosevelt's New Deal program, Wolcott documented daily life across America through her lens. Her work aimed to shed light on social issues while capturing authentic moments from different regions. Preserved by the Library of Congress today, this historic print offers us a glimpse into Memphis' past—a testament to resilience and community spirit amidst adversity.
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