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Premium Framed Print : Portrait photograph of Jack London, between 1906 and 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
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Portrait photograph of Jack London, between 1906 and 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Portrait photograph of Jack London, between 1906 and 1916
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Media ID 36321449
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Activism Activist Journalism Journalist Lantern Slide Genthe Collection Jack London Young Man
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"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 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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 striking black and white portrait photograph captures the intense gaze and rugged charisma of Jack London, the renowned American author and social activist, between 1906 and 1916. The image was taken by Arnold Genthe, a prominent San Francisco-based photographer known for his lantern slide portraits of notable figures of the time. London, born in 1876, rose to fame with his gritty and realistic stories of the working class and the natural world. He was also a passionate activist, advocating for labor rights, social justice, and animal welfare. In this portrait, London appears as a determined and thoughtful young man, with a strong jawline, piercing eyes, and a serious expression. His rumpled clothes and disheveled hair add to the authenticity of the image, reflecting his hardworking and unconventional nature. This photograph is part of the Genthe Collection at the Library of Congress, which includes over 10,000 glass plate negatives and lantern slides. The collection offers a unique glimpse into the social and cultural history of the early 20th century, with portraits of prominent figures in literature, politics, and the arts. London's portrait, in particular, is a powerful reminder of his enduring legacy as a writer and social commentator. Despite the passage of time, the image retains its timeless appeal, inviting viewers to reflect on the complexities of London's life and work, and the ongoing relevance of his social and political messages.
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