Photographic Print : Daughter of migrant Tennessee coal miner, living in the American River Camp... CA, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange

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Daughter of migrant Tennessee coal miner, living in the American River Camp... CA, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange

Daughter of migrant Tennessee coal miner. Living in the American River Camp near Sacramento, California

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10"x10" Photo Print

Step into history with our exclusive Media Storehouse photographic print, featuring the iconic image of a young girl, captured by Dorothea Lange in 1936. This poignant moment in time depicts the daughter of a migrant coal miner, living in the American River Camp near Sacramento, California. The black and white image, taken during the Great Depression, is a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the human spirit. Bring this historic photograph into your home or office as a conversation starter and a reminder of the past. Order your Media Storehouse photographic print today and add a piece of history to your collection.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.1cm x 25.4cm (9.5" x 10")

Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant photograph taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936, we see the determined gaze of a young girl, her expression etched with the weight of the world. She is a migrant from Tennessee, displaced from her home by the Great Depression and now living in the American River Camp near Sacramento, California. The camp, also known as a Hooverville, was named after President Herbert Hoover and was a makeshift refuge for thousands of displaced persons during the Depression era. The girl's clothing is simple and worn, a testament to the poverty that was rampant during this time. Her hands are folded in her lap, suggesting a sense of resignation, yet her eyes hold a spark of resilience. This image, titled "Daughter of migrant Tennessee coal miner. Living in the American River Camp near Sacramento, California," is a powerful reminder of the human cost of economic hardship. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and the Office of War Information (OWI). Her photographs were instrumental in bringing attention to the plight of the displaced and impoverished during the Great Depression. This image, in particular, has become an iconic representation of the era and a testament to the enduring spirit of those who persevered through hardship. The photograph is a nitrate negative, a type of photographic film that was commonly used in the 20th century. It is now part of the extensive collection of the Library of Congress, a national treasure that preserves the history and heritage of the United States. This image serves as a reminder of the past, a testament to the human spirit, and a call to remember the lessons of history.

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