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Fine Art Print : Destitute family, American River camp, Sacramento, California. 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Destitute family, American River camp, Sacramento, California. 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Destitute family. American River camp, Sacramento, California
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of the Great Depression through this evocative Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Captured by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936, this image of a destitute family at the American River camp in Sacramento, California, is a powerful reminder of a pivotal moment in American history. Printed on high-quality archival paper, this limited edition print brings the raw emotion and social commentary of Lange's iconic work into your home or office. Add this essential piece to your collection and engage in the ongoing conversation about the human condition and the power of art to capture and preserve history.
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 47.8cm x 50.8cm (18.8" 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.
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This poignant photograph, titled "Destitute family, American River camp, Sacramento, California" by Dorothea Lange, captures the stark reality of displacement and hardship during the Great Depression in the United States. Taken in 1936, the image depicts a desperate family huddled around a meager fire, their possessions scattered about in the dusty, makeshift camp along the American River. The family, consisting of adults and children, appears to be homeless and destitute, likely displaced from their homes due to economic hardships. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the human cost of the Great Depression, a time when millions of Americans were forced to leave their homes and communities in search of work and food. The family's meager belongings, including a domestic appliance and a few pieces of firewood, are all they have to sustain themselves in this harsh environment. The photograph was taken during Lange's tenure with the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency that aimed to provide relief to rural areas affected by the Depression. The image is a powerful testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, as well as a reminder of the importance of social safety nets during times of economic hardship. Today, the photograph is held in the Library of Congress, a national treasure that preserves the history and heritage of the United States.
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