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Cotton weigher, Southern San Joaquin Valley, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Cotton weigher, Southern San Joaquin Valley, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Cotton weigher. Southern San Joaquin Valley, California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Cotton Weigher, Southern San Joaquin Valley, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936 during the Great Depression. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of farm labor during this era. The photograph features a young boy intently focusing on the task at hand, meticulously weighing bales of cotton in the arid California countryside. The boy's expression conveys a sense of determination and resilience, as he works alongside other farm laborers in the background. The image underscores the importance of agriculture in the American economy, particularly in regions like the Southern San Joaquin Valley. The photograph is a testament to the legacy of Dorothea Lange, who dedicated her career to documenting the human condition during times of economic hardship. This image, along with many others taken during the 1930s, was produced under the auspices of the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency established to provide relief to rural communities affected by the Great Depression. The photograph's composition, with its focus on the boy and the use of natural light, creates a powerful visual narrative that speaks to the enduring spirit of the American people during a time of great economic adversity. The image is a valuable historical artifact, offering insights into the lives of farm laborers and the agricultural industry during the 1930s.
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