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House of cotton sharecropper (white) near Gaffney, South Carolina, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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House of cotton sharecropper (white) near Gaffney, South Carolina, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
House of cotton sharecropper (white) near Gaffney, South Carolina
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This evocative photograph, titled "House of cotton sharecropper (white) near Gaffney, South Carolina," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the late 1930s. The image is a poignant representation of the harsh realities of rural life during the Great Depression in the United States. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this scene as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), an agency established to provide relief to rural communities affected by the economic downturn. The photograph depicts a weathered, one-story house, its porch sagging under the weight of time and neglect, nestled amidst a vast expanse of cotton fields. The house, with its timber frame and rustic appeal, stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of the sharecroppers who lived and worked on these lands. The image is significant not only for its historical value but also for its artistic merit. Lange's masterful use of light and shadow, as well as her ability to convey the sense of isolation and hardship, make this photograph a powerful reminder of a bygone era. The image also highlights the stark contrast between the comforts of urban life and the harsh realities of rural existence during this period. The photograph was taken in the Carolinas, a region that was particularly hard-hit by the economic recession. The image was captured on nitrate negative film, a medium that has since been replaced by digital technology. This photograph is an important part of the heritage of American photography and serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by rural communities during the Great Depression.
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