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Tenement dwelling of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Solomon, New York City, 193 Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Tenement dwelling of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Solomon, New York City, 193 Creator: Dorothea Lange
One of the rear windows, tenement dwelling of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Solomon, 133 Aveue D, New York City. The Solomon family are on the accepted list for resettlement at Hightstown, New Jersey
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This evocative photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1930s New York City, captures the grim reality of tenement living experienced by Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Solomon and their family. The image, titled "One of the rear windows, tenement dwelling of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Solomon, 133 Avenue D, New York City," is a poignant depiction of the harsh living conditions endured by many during the Great Depression. The Solomon family, who are accepted for resettlement at Hightstown, New Jersey, are shown in their cramped and dirty apartment, with one of the rear windows serving as the only source of natural light. The building, located in the Jewish quarter of Manhattan's Lower East Side, is a stark reminder of the inner-city slums that were common during this era. 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 ability to convey the human experience during times of economic hardship, such as the Great Depression, made her an invaluable chronicler of American history. This photograph is a powerful testament to the resilience and determination of the Solomon family, who, despite their difficult circumstances, were determined to seek a better life. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing housing inequality and poverty, issues that continue to be relevant today.
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