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Man in front of post office, Carey, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Man in front of post office, Carey, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Man in front of post office. Carey, Texas. This town is fast becoming a ghost town because of mechanization of cotton and displacement of tenant farmers
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Man in Front of Post Office, Carey, Texas, 1937
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is a poignant photograph captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange. The image depicts a man in bib overalls and a striped shirt, wearing a hat and smoking a cigarette, as he stands in front of a small, weathered post office building. The scene unfolds in the dusty, sun-scorched town of Carey, Texas, during the 1930s - a time marked by the Great Depression and the mechanization of cotton farming, which led to the displacement of countless tenant farmers. The man's attire - denim overalls and a simple cotton shirt - reflects the working-class nature of the community, while the worn hat and cigarette in hand suggest a weary, resigned demeanor. The post office, a symbol of communication and connection, stands as a testament to the town's once-thriving community. The letter in his hand, perhaps an unopened bill or a letter from a loved one, adds to the sense of isolation and hardship. This photograph, taken during Lange's tenure with the Farm Security Administration (FSA), is a powerful reminder of the economic struggles faced by rural communities during the Great Depression. Lange's masterful composition and ability to capture the human spirit in the face of adversity make this image a significant piece of American heritage art and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. The photograph was taken on nitrate negative film, a common medium for photography during the 20th century, and is now part of the Dorothea Lange Collection at the Library of Congress. This haunting image, with its timeless quality and enduring message, continues to resonate with viewers today, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and a reminder of the power of photography to document history and human experience.
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