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Pickers in cotton field, Southern San Joaquin Valley, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Pickers in cotton field, Southern San Joaquin Valley, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Pickers in cotton field. Southern San Joaquin Valley, California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Pickers in cotton field, Southern San Joaquin Valley, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of farm labor during the Great Depression, with a group of men, women, and children bent over in the parched, sun-scorched cotton fields of California. The image is a poignant reminder of the economic hardships faced by agricultural workers during this period, as they toiled long hours under the unforgiving sun to earn a meager living. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency established to provide relief to rural communities affected by the Great Depression. The photograph is a testament to Lange's ability to capture the human spirit and resilience in the face of adversity. The scene is set against the backdrop of the vast, arid countryside, with the cotton pickers dwarfed by the endless rows of cotton plants stretching out to the horizon. The workers, dressed in worn clothing and carrying heavy cotton sacks, appear weary but determined, their faces etched with the lines of hard labor and the weight of their burden. The image is a powerful reminder of the importance of agricultural labor and the sacrifices made by those who work the land to put food on our tables. This photograph is an invaluable heritage art piece, not only for its historical significance but also for its ability to transport us back in time and offer a glimpse into a moment in history that continues to resonate with us today. The image is a testament to the enduring spirit of the American people and the resilience of those who work the land to provide for their families and communities.
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