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Photographic Print : Ex-lumber mill worker clears eight-acre field after... Boundary County, Idaho, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Ex-lumber mill worker clears eight-acre field after... Boundary County, Idaho, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Ex-lumber mill worker clears eight-acre field after bulldozer has pulled stumps. Boundary stumps. Boundary County, Idaho
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with this powerful image from Dorothea Lange's Media Storehouse collection. Witness the determination of an ex-lumber mill worker as he clears eight acres of land in Boundary County, Idaho, in 1939. The bulldozer may have pulled the stumps, but it's this resilient figure who embodies the spirit of hard work and perseverance. This iconic photograph, captured by the renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, is a poignant reminder of the past and a testament to human resilience. Add this timeless piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.8cm (10" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print taken by Dorothea Lange in 1939, we witness the resilience and determination of an ex-lumber mill worker in Boundary County, Idaho. The image captures a man clad in bib overalls, his face hidden under a cap, as he single-handedly clears an eight-acre field after a bulldozer has pulled out the stumps. The photograph serves as a powerful representation of the American spirit during the Great Depression era. Despite facing economic hardships and widespread unemployment, this farmer refuses to succumb to despair. With sleeves rolled up and sweat on his brow, he tackles the daunting task of transforming cutover land into fertile farmland. Lange's composition beautifully portrays both the vastness of the countryside and the solitary figure working tirelessly amidst it. The stark contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the image while emphasizing the enormity of his endeavor. This photograph is part of Lange's remarkable body of work for Farm Security Administration (FSA), which aimed to document rural life during that challenging period in American history. Through her lens, Lange captured not only scenes but also emotions - hope mingled with hardship; strength intertwined with vulnerability. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of our collective heritage - one rooted in resilience, hard work, and perseverance against all odds.
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