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Possibly: Tobacco sharecroppers daughter getting eggs... Person County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Possibly: Tobacco sharecroppers daughter getting eggs... Person County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
[Untitled, possibly related to: Tobacco sharecroppers daughter getting eggs from hens nest in the henhouse. Enclosure for the pig is just beyond under the pine trees. Person County, North Carolina]
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This photo print, taken by the renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, captures a poignant moment in American history. The image portrays a young African American girl, possibly the daughter of tobacco sharecroppers, as she collects eggs from a hen's nest in Person County, North Carolina. The setting is rural and rustic; we see an old wooden building that serves as a henhouse with pine trees providing shade nearby. Just beyond lies an enclosure for pigs. The barefooted girl stands amidst this humble backdrop, showcasing the stark realities of life during the Great Depression. Lange's composition skillfully conveys both strength and vulnerability. The child's determined expression reflects her responsibility within her family unit while highlighting the hardships faced by agricultural workers at that time. As part of Lange's extensive documentation for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this photograph provides valuable insight into domestic life on farms during this era. It offers viewers a glimpse into not only the economic struggles but also the resilience and resourcefulness exhibited by families like these. Preserved within the archives of Library of Congress, this powerful image continues to serve as a testament to Dorothea Lange's ability to capture raw human emotion through her lens. It reminds us of our shared history and invites contemplation on themes such as labor rights, racial inequality, and societal progress.
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