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Framed Print : As the auctioneer knocks down the last bid on each basket of tobacco... Douglas, Georgia, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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As the auctioneer knocks down the last bid on each basket of tobacco... Douglas, Georgia, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
As the auctioneer knocks down the last bid on each basket of tobacco in the warehouse, the price is immediately recorded, and the farmers go to the "money box" to get their money. Douglas, Georgia. [Sign: The Red Warehouse, Douglas, GA. Money Box - Tobacco Headquaters (sic)]
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13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Step into history with our captivating framed print from Dorothea Lange's iconic series, 'Migrant Mother.' Witness the poignant moment as the auctioneer concludes the sale of tobacco in Douglas, Georgia, 1938. The black-and-white image captures the raw emotion and determination etched on the faces of the farmers as they eagerly await their earnings. Bring this powerful piece of American history into your home or office and ignite meaningful conversations. Each framed print is meticulously crafted to preserve the authenticity and beauty of the original photograph. Order yours today and make it a cherished addition to your collection.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
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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As the sun casts long shadows over the dusty floor of the Red Warehouse in Douglas, Georgia, in 1938, the auctioneer brings down his gavel for the last time on each basket of tobacco. The price for each harvested crop has been determined, and the farmers, mostly African American agricultural workers, eagerly make their way to the money box to collect their earnings. The atmosphere is tense, as the Great Depression continues to grip the country, and the fate of their livelihoods hangs in the balance. Dorothea Lange, a renowned documentary photographer, captured this poignant moment in American history. The image, taken during her work for the Farm Security Administration, is a poignant reminder of the economic struggles faced by farmers during this period. The worn building, adorned with the sign 'Tobacco Headquarters,' stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of the farmers, who, despite the hardships, continue to work the land and provide for their families. This photograph, with its raw and unfiltered depiction of rural life during the Great Depression, is a powerful reminder of the human spirit and the enduring strength of community.
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