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MIGRANT WORKER, 1936. A migrant worker from Oklahoma suffering from tuberculosis
MIGRANT WORKER, 1936.
A migrant worker from Oklahoma suffering from tuberculosis with his truck in Texas. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1936
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Media ID 13216829
1936 Adversity Automobile Dorothea Great Depression Lange Migrant Migrant Worker Oklahoma Poor Sick Southwest Texas Truck Tuberculosis Working Class Unidentified
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of the Great Depression era with our Fine Art Print of "Migrant Worker, 1936" from the Media Storehouse collection. This powerful photograph by Dorothea Lange, taken from The Granger Collection through Granger Art on Demand, captures the raw reality of a migrant worker from Oklahoma suffering from tuberculosis in Texas. This iconic image is a poignant reminder of the hardships faced during this period in American history. Add this inspiring piece of art to your home or office to ignite conversation and inspire reflection.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.2cm x 50.8cm (19" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of a migrant worker's life during the Great Depression. Taken in 1936 by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, it portrays an unidentified man from Oklahoma who is suffering from tuberculosis. The image shows the man standing next to his truck in Texas, where he has likely traveled in search of work and better opportunities. His weary expression and hunched posture reflect the weight of adversity that he carries on his shoulders. Lange's composition highlights not only the physical toll that poverty has taken on this individual but also serves as a poignant symbol for the struggles faced by countless others during this era. The dilapidated exterior of both the man and his vehicle further emphasize their shared state of destitution. As viewers, we are reminded of how economic hardship can lead to illness and despair within marginalized communities. This photograph serves as a stark reminder that even amidst vast landscapes and open roads, there were many individuals who found themselves trapped in cycles of poverty. Through her lens, Lange captured not just an individual but also a larger narrative about social inequality and human resilience. Her work continues to serve as a testament to those whose stories might otherwise have been forgotten or overlooked.
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