American Unemployment (Arthur Rothstein)

American Unemployment, The Great Depression, vintage silver print glossy 8 x 10 photograph depicting an unemployment demonstration from Columbus, KS. Credited to Arthur Rothstein. Image circa 1936.

Arthur Rothstein (July 17, 1915 - November 11, 1985), American photographer. Rothstein is recognized as one of America’s premier photojournalists. During a career that spanned five decades, he provoked, entertained and informed the American people. His photographs ranged from a hometown baseball game to the drama of war, from struggling rural farmers to US Presidents.

The Great Depression was a severe worldwide economic depression that took place during the 1930s. The timing of the Great Depression varied across nations; however, in most countries it started in 1929 and lasted until the late 1930s. It was the longest, deepest, and most widespread depression of the 20th century.

Printed in the second half of the 20th century as part of the American Heritage Publishing Archive.

Verso bears original filing notations and credit stamping. In very good condition.

Provenance: From the American Heritage Publishing Archives.