Eating Watermelons; c. 1940's

Photograph

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Tontitown Historical Museum

In a black and white photograph, a joyful group of young people stands outdoors under the shade of trees, enjoying a refreshing and playful moment as they enthusiastically bite into large chunks of watermelon, some of them sharing bites and exchanging cheerful expressions, while one person in the background leans into the scene amusingly, further adding to the lighthearted and jovial atmosphere of the gathering.

In a black and white photograph, a joyful group of young people stands outdoors under the shade of trees, enjoying a refreshing and playful moment as they enthusiastically bite into large chunks of watermelon, some of them sharing bites and exchanging cheerful expressions, while one person in the background leans into the scene amusingly, further adding to the lighthearted and jovial atmosphere of the gathering.

Name/Title

Eating Watermelons; c. 1940's

Entry/Object ID

TMA-2010-85-015

Description

Four young people hunch over pieces of watermelon eating

Photograph Details

Type of Photograph

Black and White

Subject

L-R: Virgil Fiori, Oliver "Taffy" Pianalto, Lillian Cigainero, Gabriel Pianalto

Subject Person or Organization

Virgil S. Fiori (1923 - 1944), Oliver Pianalto (1922 - 1997), Lillian Cigainero Edwards (1923 - 2010), Gabriel Dominic Pianalto (1921 - 1997)

Collection

Michael Hartman Collection

Category

digital print
Graphic Documents, Documentary Objects, 08: Communication Objects

Update Date

September 24, 2026