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Western Washington, Grays Harbor County, northeast of Elma, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Western Washington, Grays Harbor County, northeast of Elma, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Western Washington, Grays Harbor County, northeast of Elma. Hand irrigation on small rented subsistence farm. Family have been on place for one year
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This photo print, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, transports us to Western Washington's Grays Harbor County. The image captures a poignant moment on a small rented subsistence farm northeast of Elma. A family, who had only been living on this land for a year, is seen engaging in the laborious task of hand irrigation. Lange's lens reveals the harsh realities faced by rural communities during the Great Depression. The man in the photograph stands amidst a vast cornfield, holding a bucket as he manually waters the crops. His weathered face and worn-out clothes speak volumes about his struggles as he strives to make ends meet. The composition exudes an air of rustic simplicity that characterizes life in America's countryside during this era. Through her lens, Lange skillfully captures not just an individual but also sheds light on larger economic issues such as poverty and regionalism. As we gaze upon this powerful image from Heritage Art collection at the Library of Congress, we are reminded of Lange's remarkable ability to document human experiences with empathy and compassion. Her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and Office of War Information (OWI) has become iconic for its portrayal of American life during difficult times. This photograph serves as both a historical record and an artistic masterpiece that continues to resonate with viewers today, offering insight into our shared past while urging us to reflect upon social justice and resilience in contemporary society.
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