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Photographic Print : Migrant oil worker and wife near Odessa, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Migrant oil worker and wife near Odessa, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Migrant oil worker and wife near Odessa, Texas
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10"x10" Photo Print
Step into history with this evocative photograph from Dorothea Lange's iconic body of work. Taken in 1937, this image captures the resilience and determination of a migrant oil worker and his wife near Odessa, Texas. Part of our Media Storehouse collection from Heritage Images, this print is a poignant reminder of the past, and a testament to the human spirit. Printed on high-quality archival paper, this photograph is a must-have for history buffs, photographers, and art enthusiasts alike. Each print is individually inspected for quality and shipped with care to ensure your satisfaction.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.9cm x 25.4cm (9.4" 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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This evocative photograph, titled "Migrant oil worker and wife near Odessa, Texas," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s during the Great Depression. The image poignantly portrays the displacement and hardships faced by countless Americans during this era. The couple, dressed in casual clothing, stand on the side of a dusty road, with the husband taking a drag on a cigarette. The woman, wearing a simple, worn dress, looks off into the distance, her expression a mix of resignation and determination. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering photographer for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), documented the lives of displaced farmers and rural laborers during this time. However, with the discovery of oil in West Texas, Lange turned her lens to the oil fields, capturing the struggles of the migrant workers who flocked to the area in search of employment. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human cost of economic downturns and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The image has become an enduring symbol of the Great Depression and a testament to Lange's ability to capture the essence of a moment in time.
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