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Turpentine dipper near Waycross, Georgia, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Turpentine dipper near Waycross, Georgia, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Turpentine dipper near Waycross, Georgia
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This evocative photograph, titled "Turpentine Dipper near Waycross, Georgia," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937. The image is a poignant depiction of rural poverty during the Great Depression, a time when economic hardships left many families struggling to make ends meet. The photograph features a solitary figure, a man dressed in worn bib overalls and a simple work shirt, taking a break from his labor-intensive work in the turpentine industry. The dipper in his hand, used to collect the liquid resin from pine trees, symbolizes the harsh realities of rural life during this period. The man's expression is one of quiet determination, reflecting the resilience and grit of the people who lived and worked in the rural South during these challenging times. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and later 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 to raise awareness of the desperate living conditions faced by many Americans during this period. The image is a testament to the enduring legacy of Dorothea Lange's work, which continues to inspire and inform our understanding of American history and the human condition. The rural landscape, the worn clothing, and the simple tools of the trade all serve as a reminder of a time when the challenges of daily life were more tangible, and the strength and resilience of the human spirit shone through even in the most difficult of circumstances.
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