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House occupied by sharecropper family for seven years, Near Hartwell, Georgia, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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House occupied by sharecropper family for seven years, Near Hartwell, Georgia, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
House occupied by sharecropper family for seven years. Near Hartwell, Georgia. [Old car seats seving as chairs on the porch]
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This evocative photograph, titled 'House occupied by sharecropper family for seven years. Near Hartwell, Georgia. [Old car seats serving as chairs on the porch]' was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s during the Great Depression. The image is a poignant portrayal of rural poverty and resilience in the United States. The dilapidated house, with its peeling paint, rusted chimney, and makeshift furniture on the porch, stands as a testament to the hardships faced by many families during this period. The old car seats, repurposed as chairs, add an unexpected touch of comfort to the otherwise bleak scene. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and the Office of War Information (OWI). Her photographs, including this one, provided a powerful visual record of the human impact of the Great Depression and helped bring attention to the plight of the rural poor. The sharecropper family in this photograph is just one of many stories of struggle and survival during this era. The image is a reminder of the importance of documenting history and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This photograph is a valuable addition to the heritage of American art and visual culture, reflecting the regionalism and rural life of the United States during the 1930s. It is a powerful reminder of the past and a testament to the enduring legacy of Dorothea Lange's work.
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