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Fine Art Print : Billboard sign, Southern California, near Los Angeles, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Billboard sign, Southern California, near Los Angeles, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Billboard sign. Southern California, near Los Angeles. [African American maid answering the telephone: They's mostly out since they got that new Ford V.8 (motor car)]
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Dorothea Lange's archive at Media Storehouse. This captivating image, taken in 1936 near Los Angeles, Southern California, showcases a billboard sign with an African American maid answering the telephone, proudly announcing "They's mostly out since they got that new Ford V.8." This iconic photograph, now a timeless work of art, transports you back in time, evoking the essence of history and the allure of a bygone era. Bring this piece of American history into your home or office and let the story unfold.
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 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" 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 landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, titled "Billboard sign. Southern California, near Los Angeles," was captured by the renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936. The image showcases an African American maid, identified as Lee Russell, answering a telephone call in a dimly lit office. The wall behind her is adorned with a billboard advertisement for the Ford V8 automobile, proudly boasting "They's mostly out since they got that new Ford V8." The scene takes us back to the 1930s, a time marked by the Great Depression, economic hardships, and the rise of automobile industry. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this moment as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and later the Office of War Information (OWI). The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of African Americans during this era, highlighting the role of communication technology and the impact of industrial progress. The advertisement on the wall, promoting the new Ford V8, symbolizes the changing times and the desire for modern conveniences. The image is a poignant reminder of the past, showcasing the resilience of people during challenging times and the evolution of industries that shaped the American landscape. This photograph is now part of the heritage of the Library of Congress, a testament to Dorothea Lange's masterful storytelling through the medium of photography.
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