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Plantation owner's home, Marshallville, Georgia, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Plantation owner's home, Marshallville, Georgia, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Plantation owner's home. Marshallville, Georgia
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This photograph, titled "Plantation owner's home, Marshallville, Georgia," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s during the Great Depression. The image offers a glimpse into the affluent lifestyle of the plantation owner, showcasing the grandeur and elegance of his antebellum-style mansion nestled in the rural countryside of Georgia. The stately home, adorned with intricate architectural details, exudes a sense of wealth and prosperity, contrasting sharply with the economic hardships experienced by many Americans during this period. The image is a testament to the enduring legacy of the plantation system and the deep-rooted agricultural heritage of the United States. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this photograph as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and the Office of War Information (OWI). The photograph is a nitrate negative, adding to its historical significance and value. The photograph also features the exterior of the plantation house, with its grand columns and sprawling grounds, giving a sense of the vastness and isolation of rural life during this era. The image has become an iconic representation of the American South and its complex history, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of affluence and rural living. Lange's photograph, with its timeless composition and evocative subject matter, continues to resonate with viewers today, offering insights into the past and reminding us of the enduring power of photography to capture and preserve history.
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