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Framed Print : Mexican melon picker of the Imperial Valley, unloading his bag, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange

Mexican melon picker of the Imperial Valley, unloading his bag, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange




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Mexican melon picker of the Imperial Valley, unloading his bag, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange

Mexican melon picker of the Imperial Valley, unloading his bag. California

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Media ID 36205585

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12"x10" Modern Frame

Step into history with our captivating Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This iconic image, captured by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937, depicts a Mexican melon picker in the Imperial Valley of California, unloading his heavy bag with a determined expression. The black-and-white photograph, sourced from Heritage Images, transports you back in time, offering a poignant glimpse into the past. Add this timeless piece to your home or office decor, and let the story of resilience and hard work unfold before your eyes.

10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")

Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, titled "Mexican Melon Picker of the Imperial Valley, Unloading His Bag," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in California during the 1930s. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of farm labor during the Great Depression. The photograph depicts a Mexican farm laborer, dressed in simple work clothes, including a worn denim shirt, faded jeans, and a sun-beaten hat. He is shown in the middle of a dusty field, unloading melons from a large crate onto a nearby table. The crates, which appear to be filled to the brim, are a testament to the sheer volume of produce that needs to be harvested and processed. The melon picker's expression is one of exhaustion and determination, as he bends over to lift another heavy load. The background is filled with empty crates, suggesting that the process of picking, packing, and shipping the fruit is never-ending. The barren, arid landscape in the distance underscores the isolation and hardship of farm labor in this rural region. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the human cost of agriculture and the economic struggles faced by farmers and farmworkers during the Great Depression. Dorothea Lange's masterful use of light and shadow, as well as her ability to capture the essence of her subjects, make this image a timeless piece of American history.

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