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Canvas Print : Oil tanks near Midland, western Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Oil tanks near Midland, western Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Oil tanks near Midland, western Texas
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Communication Desert Oil Industry Telegraph Pole Telegraph Poles Texas United States Of America United States Office Of War Information Dorothea Lange Dorothea Lange Taylor Dorothea Margaretta Nutzhorn Lange Dorothea Lee Russell Nutzhorn Dorothea Margaretta Oil Tank Petrochemical Plant Petrochemicals Recession Russell Lee Taylor Dorothea Lange
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step into the past with our captivating Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic photograph "Oil Tanks near Midland, western Texas," 1937, by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange. This evocative image, sourced from Heritage Images, transports you back in time to the heart of the oil industry's early days. The large-format black and white composition showcases the vast expanse of oil tanks against the arid Texas landscape, offering a striking visual narrative of industrial history. Hang this captivating piece in your home or office to add depth and character to any space.
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.
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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.
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This photograph, titled "Oil Tanks Near Midland, Western Texas," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s. The image offers a glimpse into the industrial heartland of America during the Great Depression, with a focus on the oil industry. The scene is set against the arid desert landscape of western Texas, where the monolithic oil tanks stand proudly, their silhouettes contrasting against the ominous clouds in the sky. The telegraph poles in the foreground add an element of communication and connection, despite the isolation suggested by the desolate surroundings. Dorothea Lange, a photographer for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and later the Office of War Information (OWI), captured this image as part of her documentation of the economic struggles faced by Americans during the Depression. The nitrate negative, a testament to the photographic techniques of the era, reveals the stark reality of the petrochemical plant and the oil industry's role in the United States economy. The photograph, "Oil Tanks Near Midland, Western Texas," is a poignant reminder of the country's industrial past and the resilience of the American spirit during trying times. Dorothea Lange's masterful composition and her ability to capture the essence of the scene make this image a significant piece of heritage art and a valuable historical document.
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