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ON A PLANTATION
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ON A PLANTATION
An idyllic scene on a cotton plantation in the southern United States where masters and workers co-exist happily
1864
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1864 Cotton Exist Happily Idealised Idealized Idyllic Masters Plantation Southern
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On a Plantation" and dating back to 1864, offers a glimpse into the social landscape of a cotton plantation in the Southern United States during the 19th century. The idyllic scene portrays a harmonious coexistence between plantation masters and their workers, a depiction that was often idealized in the antebellum era. The photograph captures the lush greenery of the plantation, with rows of cotton plants stretching out towards the horizon. In the foreground, a group of African American laborers, dressed in simple work clothes, are seen busily tending to the crops. Their expressions suggest a sense of purpose and contentment, while their white overseer, dressed in a formal suit and top hat, observes them with a watchful yet approving gaze. Despite the seemingly peaceful scene, it is essential to remember that this image represents an idealized portrayal of plantation life. The reality was far more complex, with deep-rooted inequalities and tensions between the plantation owners and their enslaved labor force. Nevertheless, this photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, providing a window into the social dynamics of the American South during the 19th century." Mary Evans Picture Library/Mary Evans [Image Description: A photograph of a cotton plantation in the Southern United States during the 19th century. A group of African American laborers are seen working in the foreground, while their white overseer stands in the background, observing them. The plantation is lush with greenery, and the sky is clear and blue.]
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