Description: This is an original photograph from the scrapbook of Apprentice Seaman Orval Orchard Bartlow who served aboard the storied USS Texas from 1928 to 1932. The scrapbook of his adventures was filled with over 100 images of his time aboard and port visits. These are all rare, first generation images. Many are likely one of a kind. Type & Size: A 5.5x3.5 original photograph.Condition: Good vintage condition. Please see photos. A charming sepia-toned photograph from 1929 captures a group of children, identified as "Native Children, Panama," standing in front of a simple building in Panama. The scene depicts the children dressed in traditional attire, with a backdrop of laundry hanging above them and household items lining the ground. The image reflects the everyday life and community of children in the region during this period.In 1929, Panama was experiencing significant changes, particularly with the completion of the Panama Canal in 1914, which had a profound impact on the area. The canal brought much commerce and interaction between various cultures. The visibility of local children in this photo highlights the youthful community that thrived in Panama amidst these changes, providing a glimpse into their daily lives. Children often played a crucial role in reflecting the cultural heritage and practices of their families, which were deeply rooted in their local environment.Text on the front reads "Native Children Panama." The photograph’s back signifies its age, with wear and stains indicative of its long history. There are no notable names of individuals present in this particular image.
Price: 35 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-01-13T12:37:58.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: children, community, culture, everyday life, Panama, 1920s
Theme: history, people, social history, cultures & ethnicities
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1929
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 5.5x3.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
