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BUS STATION, 1943. Schoolgirls waiting at a bus stop in a small town in Tennessee
BUS STATION, 1943.
Schoolgirls waiting at a bus stop in a small town in Tennessee. Photograph by Esther Bubley, September 1943
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Media ID 13217957
1943 Black Bubley Bus Station Bus Stop Esther Segregation September Tennessee Waiting Unidentified
16"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 10"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 40.6cm (16" x 16")
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 "BUS STATION, 1943" captures a poignant moment in history. In the midst of a small town in Tennessee, a group of schoolgirls eagerly awaits their bus at a segregated bus stop. Taken by Esther Bubley in September 1943, this image serves as a powerful reminder of the racial segregation that plagued America during this era. The composition is strikingly beautiful yet laden with significance. The girls are dressed neatly in their school uniforms, exuding an air of innocence and hope for the future. Their faces reveal anticipation mixed with uncertainty as they navigate through the complexities of racial inequality. Bubley's skillful photography transports us back to a time when African Americans faced daily challenges due to systemic racism. This image stands as evidence of the struggles endured by marginalized communities throughout history. Displayed against an exterior backdrop typical of mid-century small-town America, this photograph showcases both individual portraits and collective unity within its frame. Although unidentified individually, these young students represent countless others who fought for equality during this tumultuous period. As we reflect on "BUS STATION, 1943" let us remember not only the bravery and resilience displayed by those depicted but also acknowledge how far society has come since then. This print serves as a visual testament to our shared past while inspiring continued progress towards justice and inclusivity for all people - regardless of race or background.
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