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CALIFORNIA: PEA FIELD, 1939. Workers weighing bushels of peas in a field near Calipatria
CALIFORNIA: PEA FIELD, 1939.
Workers weighing bushels of peas in a field near Calipatria, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1939
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Media ID 13216745
1939 Agriculture California Calipatria Cooperation Dorothea Farming Field Food Great Depression Lange Migrant Worker Poor Weighing Working Class Bushel
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the historical charm of the past into your modern home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This captivating vintage photograph, "CALIFORNIA: PEA FIELD, 1939," showcases an iconic image of workers weighing bushels of peas in a field near Calipatria, California. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, this evocative image is part of The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand. Our high-quality canvas prints are not only beautiful additions to your living space but also serve as unique conversation starters. Embrace the rich history of California agriculture and add a touch of nostalgia to your home decor. Order your Canvas Print today and let the story unfold.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "CALIFORNIA: PEA FIELD, 1939" takes us back to a significant era in American history. The image showcases the hardworking spirit of workers laboring in a pea field near Calipatria, California during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, this snapshot captures a moment of cooperation and resilience among these men who were part of the working class struggling to make ends meet. In an early morning scene, we see them diligently weighing bushels of peas with focused expressions on their faces. The composition beautifully portrays the vastness of the field against which these workers stand as small figures amidst nature's bounty. Their presence symbolizes both hope and hardship as they contribute to America's agricultural industry during challenging times. Lange's lens not only documents their physical labor but also reveals their humanity and dignity despite poverty. This photograph is part of Lange's extensive documentation for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), which aimed to raise awareness about rural poverty and advocate for government support. As we observe this powerful image today, it serves as a reminder of our nation's past struggles while honoring those who worked tirelessly to sustain themselves and others during difficult times. It stands as a testament to human resilience and collective effort that continues to shape our understanding of American history.
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