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Potato shed during season, across the road... Tulelake, Siskiyou County, California, 1939 Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Potato shed during season, across the road... Tulelake, Siskiyou County, California, 1939 Creator: Dorothea Lange
Potato shed during season, across the road from the pickers camp. Tulelake, Siskiyou County, California. [Sign: A. Levy and J. Zentner Co. Potatoes ]
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This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, transports us to the potato sheds of Tulelake, Siskiyou County, California. The image captures a slice of rural life during the Great Depression era in America. In the foreground stands a rustic potato shed adorned with a sign that reads "A. Levy and J. Zentner Co. Potatoes". The weathered exterior of the building reflects the hardships faced by farmers during this challenging period in history. Across the road from this humble structure lies a pickers camp, where laborers gather to work tirelessly during harvest season. This juxtaposition highlights both the physical proximity and economic disparity between those who cultivate and distribute potatoes. The photograph's composition draws attention to an old lorry parked outside the packing shed, symbolizing transportation as an essential aspect of agricultural distribution. Stacks of sacks filled with potatoes are visible near the loading bay, serving as tangible evidence of hard work and resilience amidst economic recession. Dorothea Lange's skillful capture allows us to witness not only a specific moment frozen in time but also provides insight into broader themes such as regionalism and rural life during this transformative period in American history. Through her lens, she immortalizes scenes that would otherwise fade into obscurity while reminding us of our shared heritage.
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