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Sharecroppers grade the cured leaves on the porches...tobacco auction, near Douglas, Georgia, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Sharecroppers grade the cured leaves on the porches...tobacco auction, near Douglas, Georgia, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Near Douglas, Georgia. Sharecroppers grade the cured leaves on the porches and sort them to go to the tobacco auction
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This evocative photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1938 near Douglas, Georgia, captures a poignant moment in the daily life of sharecroppers during the Great Depression. The image shows a group of African American men, women, and children gathered on the porches of a weathered farmhouse, meticulously grading and sorting the cured tobacco leaves. The leaves, spread out on tables and blankets, are carefully inspected for quality before being bundled and prepared for the tobacco auction. The scene is one of quiet determination and resilience, as the farmers, many of whom are barefoot, focus intently on their task. The children, dressed in simple clothing, watch curiously from the sidelines, their expressions reflecting a sense of anticipation and curiosity. The porches, adorned with hanging quilts and laundry, serve as both a workspace and a home, blurring the line between labor and domesticity. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of agricultural labor during this period, and the ways in which communities came together to survive during the Great Depression. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering photographer and documentarian, captured this moment with sensitivity and empathy, offering a glimpse into the lives of sharecroppers and the vital role that agriculture played in their lives. The photograph is part of the Dorothea Lange Collection in the Library of Congress, and is a testament to the enduring power of photography to capture and preserve history.
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