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Corn, Washington County, Mississippi, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Corn, Washington County, Mississippi, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Corn. Washington County, Mississippi
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This photograph, titled "Corn, Washington County, Mississippi," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937 during the Great Depression. The image is a poignant depiction of the harsh realities of rural life and the struggle for survival in the heartland of America. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, was working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) at the time, an agency established to provide relief to rural communities affected by the economic downturn. This image is part of the extensive archive of the FSA, which aimed to document the social and economic conditions of rural America during this period. The photograph captures a Cornfield in Washington County, Mississippi, with rows of cornstalks stretching towards the horizon. The image is a testament to the resilience of farmers during the Great Depression, who continued to work the land and harvest their crops despite the challenging economic conditions. The cornfield, a symbol of hope and sustenance, stands as a reminder of the importance of agriculture in American life. The photograph was taken using a nitrate negative, a common photographic process during the 1930s. The image has been preserved and is now part of the Dorothea Lange Collection at the Oakland Museum of California. The photograph has become an iconic image of the Great Depression and continues to inspire artists, historians, and scholars to this day. The image also bears the signature of Dorothea Lange, who was known for her compassionate and empathetic approach to documentary photography. Lange's work, including this image, has been celebrated for its ability to capture the human spirit and the enduring strength of the American people.
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