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Wife of Texas tenant farmer, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Wife of Texas tenant farmer, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Wife of Texas tenant farmer
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This evocative photograph, titled "Wife of Texas Tenant Farmer," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937 during the Great Depression. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of rural life during this period, particularly for those working in agriculture. The subject of the photograph is a woman, dressed in simple, worn clothing, including a long-sleeved blouse and a faded print dress, topped with a sunbonnet. She stands in a field, her back to the camera, her gaze fixed on the horizon as she holds a hoe in her hands. The scene is one of quiet determination, as she continues to work the land, providing for her family in the face of economic hardship. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), an agency established to provide relief to rural communities affected by the Great Depression. The photograph was later reproduced by the Office of War Information (OWI) during World War II as part of their efforts to promote American agriculture and rural life. The image has since become a powerful symbol of the resilience and perseverance of the American people during a time of great economic upheaval. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of agricultural labor and the challenges faced by those working in rural communities. The photograph's enduring impact is a testament to Lange's ability to capture the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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