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Grandmother from Oklahoma with grandson, working on quilt, California, Kern County, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Grandmother from Oklahoma with grandson, working on quilt, California, Kern County, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Grandmother from Oklahoma with grandson, working on quilt. California, Kern County
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This evocative photograph, captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936, portrays a poignant moment between a grandmother from Oklahoma and her grandson in a modest bedroom in Kern County, California. Amidst the harsh realities of the Great Depression and the economic hardships of agricultural labor, the pair are engaged in a simple yet meaningful activity - working on a quilt. The image is a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity. The grandmother, an elderly woman with weathered features, sits on a bed, her hands deftly guiding the fabric as she sews. Her grandson, dressed in overalls, watches intently, his young face reflecting a mixture of curiosity and admiration. The scene is a testament to the importance of family and tradition, even in the most challenging of circumstances. The quilt they are working on, a bedcover that will provide warmth and comfort, symbolizes the hope and optimism that sustains them through the harsh realities of their displacement from their homeland in Oklahoma. The photograph, which is part of the Dorothea Lange Collection at the Library of Congress, captures the essence of the human spirit and the enduring bond between generations. It is a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit, and the importance of preserving the traditions and values that sustain us through difficult times.
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