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Carpenter, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, 1935. Creator: Walker Evans
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Carpenter, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, 1935. Creator: Walker Evans
Carpenter, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania
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Carpenter Carrying On Shoulders Evans Walker Pipe Shirt Smoking Pipe Walker Evans Head Dress Nitrate Negatives Gmgpc Recession
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This photograph, titled "Carpenter, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, 1935" captures a poignant moment in American history. Taken by the renowned photographer Walker Evans during the Great Depression era, this image showcases the resilience and determination of a man amidst challenging times. The subject of the photo is a hardworking carpenter carrying his tools on his shoulders. Dressed in simple attire that reflects the fashion of rural America in the 1930s, he stands proudly against an outdoor backdrop. The worn-out cap on his head and smoking pipe clenched between his teeth add to his rugged charm. Evans' masterful composition highlights both the individual's strength and vulnerability. The stark contrast of light and shadows emphasizes every line etched on the carpenter's face, revealing years of labor and hardship endured during this economically turbulent period. As part of Evans' iconic body of work for Farm Security Administration (FSA), this photograph serves as a powerful visual document capturing not just one man's struggle but also representing countless others affected by poverty and unemployment across America at that time. Preserved within Library of Congress archives as part of our nation's heritage art collection, this still image evokes empathy while reminding us how historical photographs can convey profound stories about human experiences. It serves as a reminder to appreciate our progress while acknowledging those who paved their way through adversity with unwavering determination.
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