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Fine Art Print : Garbage disposal in new Yamhill farm family labor camp, near McMinnville, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Garbage disposal in new Yamhill farm family labor camp, near McMinnville, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Garbage disposal in new Yamhill farm family labor camp. Near McMinnville, Oregon. (FSA - Farm Security Administration)
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with this evocative Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This powerful image, captured by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, depicts the stark reality of life in a farm labor camp in McMinnville, Oregon. The scene shows families gathered around a makeshift garbage disposal area, a poignant reminder of the hardships they faced during the Great Depression. This timeless photograph, part of the Farm Security Administration collection from Heritage Images, is a must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and anyone seeking to explore the human condition. Bring this piece into your home or office to inspire reflection and conversation.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures a poignant scene from the Great Depression era in America. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, the image showcases a garbage disposal area in the newly established Yamhill farm family labor camp near McMinnville, Oregon in 1939. The starkness of the corrugated iron buildings against the desolate countryside serves as a visual reminder of the economic hardships faced by families during this time. The dilapidated structures symbolize both resilience and struggle, highlighting how basic infrastructure was often lacking for those living in these camps. Lange's composition draws attention to rows of neatly lined up garbage cans, emphasizing their importance within this community. These bins were not just receptacles for waste; they represented an essential aspect of daily life and survival. Amidst poverty and uncertainty, proper sanitation remained crucial for maintaining health and dignity. Through her lens, Lange captures more than just physical surroundings; she encapsulates an entire era marked by hardship and resilience. This still image offers us a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people who faced immense challenges but persevered with determination. As we reflect on this photograph today, it serves as a powerful reminder of our shared history and the enduring spirit that carried communities through even their darkest hours.
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