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Photographic Print : Southern New Mexico toward El Paso, Texas, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Southern New Mexico toward El Paso, Texas, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Southern New Mexico toward El Paso, Texas
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Arid Heat New Mexico United States Of America Perspective United States Office Of War Information Vanishing Point Dorothea Lange Dorothea Lange Taylor Dorothea Margaretta Nutzhorn Endless Lange Dorothea Lee Russell Nutzhorn Dorothea Margaretta Recession Russell Lee Taylor Dorothea Lange
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with this evocative photograph from Dorothea Lange's body of work, capturing the raw beauty and stark reality of Southern New Mexico towards El Paso, Texas, in 1938. This iconic image, now part of our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints from Heritage Images, invites you to explore the rich history and timeless allure of the American Southwest. With Dorothea Lange's masterful composition and captivating storytelling, this print is a must-have for any photography enthusiast, history buff, or admirer of the human spirit. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and let the story unfold.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, titled "Southern New Mexico toward El Paso, Texas," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the late 1930s. The image is a poignant depiction of the arid landscape of the American Southwest during the Great Depression, a time marked by economic hardship and drought. Lange, a photographer for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), documented the lives of rural Americans during this period. This photograph, taken with a nitrate negative, captures the endless expanse of sun-scorched earth, the desolate road leading to the vanishing point, and the heat-hazed horizon. The image seems to convey a sense of isolation and the harsh realities of life during this era. The photograph was taken during the Great Depression, a time when the United States was grappling with high unemployment, poverty, and widespread suffering. The FSA, under the New Deal, aimed to provide relief and support to farmers and rural communities. Lange's work, along with that of other FSA photographers like Russell Lee, played a crucial role in raising awareness about the living conditions of rural Americans and the need for government intervention. This photograph is a powerful reminder of a time in American history when the country faced significant economic challenges. It also showcases Lange's exceptional talent as a photographer, her ability to capture the essence of a place and the people it represents. The image is a valuable heritage art piece that offers a unique perspective on the history of the United States and the human spirit that endured through difficult times.
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