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Canvas Print : Cradling wheat near Sperryville, Virginia. 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Cradling wheat near Sperryville, Virginia. 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Cradling wheat near Sperryville, Virginia. A hand binder follows the mower. These men had never heard of a combine harvester. "Sure would like to see that." Their father used a reap hook
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the rich history of American agriculture into your home with our exquisite Canvas Print of 'Cradling Wheat near Sperryville, Virginia' by Dorothea Lange. Captured in 1936, this iconic image showcases the traditional methods of wheat harvesting, with a hand binder following the mower. This timeless photograph, taken from the Heritage Images archive, transports you back in time and adds a touch of rustic charm to any decor. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors of this classic image, making it a beautiful addition to your living space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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Cradling Wheat near Sperryville, Virginia, 1936: A poignant moment in American agricultural history captured by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange. In this image, two farmers pause in their labor-intensive work, their faces etched with the weariness of the long harvest season. The men, dressed in denim bib overalls and dungarees, are seen carefully cradling freshly cut wheat, their eyes fixed on the mower behind them. The scene is reminiscent of a bygone era, where farming methods were simpler, yet more labor-intensive. These men had never heard of a combine harvester, a modern agricultural implement that would drastically change the landscape of farming in the coming decades. Their father used a reap hook, a tool that required back-breaking labor to cut the wheat. The image is a testament to the resilience and determination of farmers during the Great Depression, a time when the economy was in shambles, and employment opportunities were scarce. The photograph, taken by Dorothea Lange for the Farm Security Administration, is a powerful reminder of the connection between the land, the people, and the passage of time. The image is particularly significant as it showcases the stark contrast between the past and the future of agriculture in America.
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