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MIGRANT WORKERS, 1936. A family of drought refugees at a migrant camp in Kern County, California
DROUGHT REFUGEE, 1936.
The manager of Kern migrant camp with an Oklahoma drought refugee family in California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, November 1936
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Media ID 13215871
1936 Baby California Camp Child Collins Dorothea Drought Family Great Depression Kern Lange Manager Migrant Worker Mother New Deal November Okie Poverty Refugee Relief Rural Tent Toddler Working Class
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic image "Drought Refugee, 1936" by Dorothea Lange. This powerful photograph captures the resilience and determination of a migrant family during the Great Depression era. The black and white image, originally taken at a migrant camp in Kern County, California, is now transformed into a stunning metal print, adding depth and dimension to your home or office decor. The high-quality metal print is waterproof, scratch-resistant, and UV protected, ensuring your artwork lasts for years to come. Relive history with this inspiring and thought-provoking piece from Granger Art on Demand.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of life for migrant workers during the Great Depression in America. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in November 1936, it depicts a family of drought refugees at a migrant camp in Kern County, California. The image portrays a mother and father with their young child, huddled together inside a tent. The exhaustion and despair etched on their faces tell the story of their struggle to survive amidst poverty and displacement. The manager of the Kern migrant camp stands beside them, his presence representing both hope and uncertainty for this Oklahoma family seeking relief from the devastating effects of drought. Lange's lens captures not only the physical toll that these families endured but also highlights their resilience and determination to persevere through unimaginable circumstances. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how economic hardships can uproot lives, forcing individuals to leave behind everything they know in search of better opportunities. As part of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal initiative, programs like FSA (Farm Security Administration) aimed to provide assistance to those affected by the Great Depression. However, this image reminds us that even with government support, many families still struggled immensely. Dorothea Lange's work continues to be celebrated for its ability to humanize social issues and shed light on marginalized communities. Through her lens, she captured moments that would go on to shape our understanding of American history forever.
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