Home > Animals > Mammals > Cricetidae > White-footed Mouse
The landowner's daughter hoes cotton on a south Georgia farm, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
The landowner's daughter hoes cotton on a south Georgia farm, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
The landowner's daughter hoes cotton on a south Georgia farm
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36213240
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Agricultural Workers Bare Feet Child Labour Cotton Cotton Field Exploitation Farm Hands Farm Labourers Farm Workers Farmhands Farmworkers Feet Foot Georgia United States Of America South Southern Straw Hat United States Office Of War Information Agricultural Worker Barefoot Dorothea Lange Dorothea Lange Taylor Dorothea Margaretta Nutzhorn Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker Farmhand Farmworker Lange Dorothea Lee Russell Nutzhorn Dorothea Margaretta Recession Russell Lee Taylor Dorothea Lange
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Cricetidae
> White-footed Mouse
> Arts
> Artists
> L
> Dorothea Lange
> Arts
> Artists
> L
> Russell Lee
> Arts
> Artists
> R
> Lee Russell
> Asia
> Georgia
> Related Images
> Historic
> Historical fashion trends
> Georgian era fashion trends
> North America
> United States of America
> Georgia
> Related Images
> South America
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, titled 'The landowner's daughter hoes cotton on a south Georgia farm' by Dorothea Lange, captures the essence of rural life during the Great Depression in America. Taken in the 1930s, the image portrays a young girl, likely a teenager, hoeing cotton in a field. Her bare feet are caked with mud, and she wears a simple, worn dress that is typical of the era. A wide-brimmed hat shields her from the sun, while her expression reveals a determined focus. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of farm labor during this time, particularly for children. The economic hardships of the Great Depression forced many families to rely on their children to work in the fields to make ends meet. This image, taken by Dorothea Lange for the Farm Security Administration, is a powerful testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of rural communities during this challenging period in American history. The photograph also speaks to the concept of exploitation and the often-difficult working conditions faced by farm laborers. The use of monochrome tones adds to the timeless quality of the image, making it a valuable heritage art piece that continues to resonate with viewers today.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
