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MIGRANT WORKER, 1939. A migrant worker shaving by the roadside, on his way to San Diego
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MIGRANT WORKER, 1939. A migrant worker shaving by the roadside, on his way to San Diego
MIGRANT WORKER, 1939.
A migrant worker shaving by the roadside, on his way to San Diego, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1939
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Media ID 13213905
1939 Cream Dorothea February Great Depression Lange Migrant Worker Mirror New Deal Perfect Poverty Razor Roadside Shaving Tree Working Class
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This photograph captures a poignant moment in American history. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in February 1939, it depicts a migrant worker shaving by the roadside on his way to San Diego, California during the Great Depression. The image exudes a sense of resilience and determination as this working-class man takes a moment for personal grooming amidst his arduous journey. With an old-fashioned razor in hand, he carefully shaves while using a small mirror propped against a tree trunk. The stark contrast between his worn-out appearance and the perfect reflection captured in the mirror is striking. Lange's lens beautifully encapsulates both the physical poverty experienced by many during this time and their unwavering spirit to forge ahead towards better opportunities. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the hardships faced by countless individuals who were forced to migrate across America seeking employment and stability. As part of Lange's work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) under President Roosevelt's New Deal program, she aimed to shed light on social issues through her photography. Through her lens, she humanized those affected by economic turmoil, giving them visibility and amplifying their stories. This particular print from Granger Art on Demand allows viewers to connect with history through visual storytelling—immersing us into an era marked by struggle but also resilience—a testament to humanity's ability to persevere even in times of great adversity.
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