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Metal Print : El Paso housewives after a day's shopping in Juarez, Mexico, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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El Paso housewives after a day's shopping in Juarez, Mexico, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
El Paso housewives after a day's shopping in Juarez, Mexico where they benefit by the rate of exchange. Texas
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20"x24" (61x51cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the iconic image of El Paso housewives, captured by Dorothea Lange in 1937. This captivating photograph shows a group of women returning from a day of shopping in Juarez, Mexico, with their purchases in hand. The unique exchange rate at the time made this border town a popular destination for savvy shoppers. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless charm with our high-quality Metal Prints. Experience the vibrant colors and stunning detail that only a Metal Print can deliver. #ElPaso #Juarez #Vintage #History #DorotheaLange
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 60.9cm (20" x 24")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 61.5cm (20.2" x 24.2")
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 evocative photograph, titled "El Paso Housewives after a Day's Shopping in Juarez, Mexico," was captured by renowned American documentary photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937. The image portrays a group of housewives from El Paso, Texas, as they return from a day of shopping across the border in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico. The scene is set at a border checkpoint, where the women are seen carrying their purchases - bags filled with clothing, accessories, and other apparel - as they cross back into the United States. The women's fashionable attire, including dresses and hats, contrasts with the stark, industrial backdrop of the bridge and the automobiles parked at the border post. During the Great Depression, the exchange rate between the United States and Mexico offered significant savings for American consumers, making border shopping a popular activity for housewives. This photograph captures the economic and cultural exchange that took place along the border during this time. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness of the two countries and the role that border communities played in the broader economic and social fabric of the region. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, expertly captured the essence of this moment, offering a glimpse into the past and a testament to the enduring allure of cross-border shopping.
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