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Fine Art Print : BUS TERMINAL, 1943. Passengers in the whites only waiting area at the Greyhound
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BUS TERMINAL, 1943. Passengers in the whites only waiting area at the Greyhound
BUS TERMINAL, 1943.
Passengers in the whites only waiting area at the Greyhound bus terminal in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Esther Bubley, 1943
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Media ID 13216535
1943 Bubley Bus Station Esther Greyhound Jim Crow Memphis Passenger Segregation Sign Tennessee Terminal Waiting Waiting Room White Southeast
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating photograph, titled "BUS TERMINAL, 1943," showcases a poignant moment in history. Taken by renowned photographer Esther Bubley for The Granger Collection, this image transports us to the Greyhound bus terminal in Memphis, Tennessee during the 1940s. Witness the stark contrast of the segregated waiting area, where passengers in pristine white attire await their next journey. Add this evocative piece to your home or office to inspire reflection and spark intriguing conversations.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.3cm x 50.8cm (19" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful photograph captures a significant moment in American history. Taken in 1943 at the Greyhound bus terminal in Memphis, Tennessee, photographer Esther Bubley documents the stark reality of racial segregation during the era of Jim Crow laws. In this image, we see a crowded waiting area designated for "whites only". The room is filled with passengers anxiously awaiting their bus departures. The sign prominently displayed on the wall serves as a painful reminder of the deep-seated discrimination that plagued society at that time. Bubley's lens captures not just the physical space but also the emotions and experiences of those present. It speaks volumes about systemic racism and inequality prevalent throughout America's South during this period. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its historical context but also in its ability to provoke reflection and dialogue today. It reminds us how far we have come as a nation while serving as a poignant reminder that progress must continue to be made towards equality for all. As we gaze upon this image, let it serve as both an acknowledgment of our past and a call to action for building a more inclusive future.
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