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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
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a poignant piece of American history into your home with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Migrant Worker, 1936" by Dorothea Lange. This evocative photograph, part of The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand, captures the raw reality of the Great Depression era. The image, taken in Texas, shows a migrant worker from Oklahoma, suffering from tuberculosis, sitting in the back of his truck. This powerful and thought-provoking artwork is sure to inspire reflection and conversation. Order your Framed Print today and add a touch of history to your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or 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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