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Rural mailbox, Mississippi, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Rural mailbox, Mississippi, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Rural mailbox. Mississippi
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This evocative photograph, titled "Rural mailbox, Mississippi," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937 during her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and later the Office of War Information (OWI). The image offers a poignant glimpse into rural life during the Great Depression in the United States. The photograph features a weathered, rustic mailbox standing alone against a backdrop of barren, sun-scorched land. The mailbox, a simple cartwheel design, is a testament to the resourcefulness and ingenuity of rural communities during this economically challenging time. The mailbox, with its wheel resembling a cart or wagon, symbolizes the connection between the rural countryside and the larger communication network that linked the nation, despite the hardships and isolation felt by many during the Depression. Lange, born Dorothea Margaretta Nutzhorn, was a pioneering figure in documentary photography, known for her empathetic and insightful portrayals of the human condition. Her work, including this image, has become an essential part of the American heritage and continues to captivate audiences with its raw, unfiltered depiction of life during the 1930s. The image is a nitrate negative, a photographic process that was commonly used during this era, and is a powerful reminder of the enduring legacy of Dorothea Lange's work and the resilience of the human spirit.
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