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Poster Print : 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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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


18x24 inch Poster Print

Step back in time with our captivating CHAIN GANG, c1898 poster print. This evocative photograph by Carl Weis, captured in 1898, portrays a Southern chain gang at work. Transport yourself to an era of history with this powerful and thought-provoking image, perfect for adding depth to your home or office decor. With its rich detail and authentic feel, this poster print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Experience the past like never before with our high-quality Media Storehouse poster prints.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")

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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