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Premium Framed Print : White tenant farmer works on shares, North Carolina, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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White tenant farmer works on shares, North Carolina, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
White tenant farmer works on shares. North Carolina
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16"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 10"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 40.6cm (16" x 16")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, titled "White tenant farmer works on shares, North Carolina," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of rural life during the Great Depression, particularly for farmers and farm laborers. The man in the photograph, with his back to the camera, is dressed in typical workwear of the era: denim bib overalls and a long-sleeved shirt. He is seen working in a furrowed field, his focus intently on the task at hand. The photograph was taken during a time of significant economic hardship in America, when the Farm Security Administration (FSA) was established to provide relief to farmers and rural communities. Lange, who worked for both the FSA and the Office of War Information (OWI), documented the struggles of farmers like this man, whose livelihoods were threatened by drought, economic instability, and other challenges. The image is a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the American farmer, even in the face of adversity. The man's worn clothing and focused expression speak to the hard labor and long hours required to eke out a living on the land. The photograph is also a testament to the enduring appeal of denim workwear, which has remained a staple of rural and working-class fashion to this day. This photograph is a valuable historical artifact, preserving a moment in time that offers insight into the economic, social, and cultural history of America during the 1930s. It is a reminder of the importance of documenting the experiences of everyday people, and the role that photography can play in shaping our understanding of history.
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