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Farm woman beside her barn door, Tulare County, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Farm woman beside her barn door, Tulare County, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Farm woman beside her barn door. Tulare County, California. No more horseshoes
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This evocative photograph, titled "Farm woman beside her barn door. Tulare County, California. No more horseshoes!" was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1938. The image presents a poignant snapshot of rural life during the Great Depression era in the United States. The photograph features a farm woman, dressed in a simple, worn apron, standing beside the open door of her barn. Her expression is one of quiet determination, as she gazes off into the distance. The barn behind her is a testament to the harsh realities of the time, with its weathered wooden walls and makeshift repairs. The rusted metal number plate on the barn door, bearing the number "Lee Russell," adds to the sense of history and nostalgia. The woman's clothing, consisting of a long-sleeved blouse and full skirt, is typical of the modest, functional attire worn by women in rural areas during this period. Her dress, though worn and faded, still retains a certain elegance and dignity. The absence of horseshoes in the title suggests that times have become hard, and the woman may no longer be able to afford such luxuries. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the economic struggles faced by farmers and rural communities during the Great Depression. Dorothea Lange, a pioneer in the field of documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and the Office of War Information (OWI). Lange's ability to convey the human stories behind the statistics of the Great Depression through her photography has left a lasting legacy in American history.
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