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Saturday afternoon - shopping and visiting on main street of Pittsboro, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Saturday afternoon - shopping and visiting on main street of Pittsboro, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Shopping and visiting on main street of Pittsboro, North Carolina. Saturday afternoon
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This photo print, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, captures the essence of a typical Saturday afternoon on the main street of Pittsboro, North Carolina. The image showcases a bustling scene filled with people engaged in various activities - shopping and visiting. It provides a glimpse into the daily life of Americans during the Great Depression era. The photograph depicts men and women dressed in fashion clothing of that time period, reflecting both their personal style choices and economic circumstances. The individuals are seen wearing boots, highlighting their practicality for traversing the country streets. A horse-drawn carriage boot adds an element of nostalgia to this snapshot from history. Lange's keen eye for detail is evident as she skillfully frames her subjects against the backdrop of storefronts and buildings lining Main Street. These establishments include department stores, drug stores, and other local businesses that were integral to community life at that time. Through this powerful image captured by Lange under the auspices of Farm Security Administration (FSA) or Office of War Information (OWI), we gain insight into not only the physical landscape but also into social dynamics prevalent during this challenging period in American history. This photograph serves as a testament to Lange's ability to document human experiences with empathy while shedding light on important socio-economic issues faced by ordinary people during one of America's most trying times – The Great Depression.
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