Poster Print : MIGRANT WORKER, 1936. A migrant worker from Oklahoma suffering from tuberculosis
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MIGRANT WORKER, 1936. A migrant worker from Oklahoma suffering from tuberculosis
MIGRANT WORKER, 1936.
A migrant worker from Oklahoma suffering from tuberculosis with his truck in Texas. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1936
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Media ID 13216829
1936 Adversity Automobile Dorothea Great Depression Lange Migrant Migrant Worker Oklahoma Poor Sick Southwest Texas Truck Tuberculosis Working Class Unidentified
27x27 inch Poster Print
Bring history into your home with the evocative image of 'Migrant Worker, 1936' from our Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection. This powerful photograph, captured by renowned documentary photographer Dorothea Lange for The Granger Collection, portrays a poignant moment in American history. The image of a migrant worker from Oklahoma, suffering from tuberculosis, sitting despondently next to his truck in Texas during the Great Depression, is a poignant reminder of the struggles and resilience of the human spirit. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding depth and character to any room, and make for thought-provoking conversation starters. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of a migrant worker's life during the Great Depression. Taken in 1936 by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, it portrays an unidentified man from Oklahoma who is suffering from tuberculosis. The image shows the man standing next to his truck in Texas, where he has likely traveled in search of work and better opportunities. His weary expression and hunched posture reflect the weight of adversity that he carries on his shoulders. Lange's composition highlights not only the physical toll that poverty has taken on this individual but also serves as a poignant symbol for the struggles faced by countless others during this era. The dilapidated exterior of both the man and his vehicle further emphasize their shared state of destitution. As viewers, we are reminded of how economic hardship can lead to illness and despair within marginalized communities. This photograph serves as a stark reminder that even amidst vast landscapes and open roads, there were many individuals who found themselves trapped in cycles of poverty. Through her lens, Lange captured not just an individual but also a larger narrative about social inequality and human resilience. Her work continues to serve as a testament to those whose stories might otherwise have been forgotten or overlooked.
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