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Photographic Print : IDAHO: SUN BATHERS, 1941. Sun bathers applying olive oil at the public swimming pool park, Caldwell, Idaho. Photograph by Russell Lee, July 1941
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IDAHO: SUN BATHERS, 1941. Sun bathers applying olive oil at the public swimming pool park, Caldwell, Idaho. Photograph by Russell Lee, July 1941
IDAHO: SUN BATHERS, 1941.
Sun bathers applying olive oil at the public swimming pool park, Caldwell, Idaho. Photograph by Russell Lee, July 1941
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Media ID 13215051
1941 Adolescent Bathing Bathing Suit Caldwell Carefree Friendship Idaho July New Deal Northwest Park Public Recreation Russell Summer Tanning Teenager Young
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage photographic print, "IDAHO: SUN BATHERS, 1941" by Russell Lee. Captured at the public swimming pool park in Caldwell, Idaho, this image beautifully preserves a moment in history as sunbathers apply olive oil to their skin, a common practice during the era. This black and white print, from The Granger Collection, offers a unique glimpse into the past and adds a touch of nostalgia to any space. Order now and bring the charm of yesteryears into your home or office.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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.
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IDAHO: SUN BATHERS, 1941 captures a nostalgic moment in time at the public swimming pool park in Caldwell, Idaho. In this photograph by Russell Lee, taken in July 1941, we see a group of carefree sun bathers enjoying a lazy summer day. The image showcases the simplicity and innocence of daily life during that era. A mix of adolescents and young adults are seen applying olive oil to their skin, an old-fashioned tanning technique popular at the time. The boys donning bathing suits with modest shorts while the girls wear classic one-piece swimsuits. Amidst laughter and camaraderie, friendships are formed as they soak up the sun's rays together. This snapshot offers a glimpse into an era when people found joy in simple pleasures like spending quality time outdoors with friends. Taken during the early years of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal program, which aimed to alleviate poverty through various initiatives including recreational opportunities for all Americans, this photograph represents how public parks became important spaces for leisure and relaxation. Russell Lee's skillful composition perfectly captures the essence of mid-century America - carefree youth enjoying their summer days under clear blue skies. It serves as a reminder of simpler times when technology didn't dominate our lives but instead allowed us to appreciate nature's gifts.
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