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Small farm of California, Contra Costa County, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Small farm of California, Contra Costa County, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Small farm of California. Contra Costa County
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This evocative photograph, titled 'Small Farm of California. Contra Costa County,' was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the late 1930s. The image offers a poignant glimpse into rural life during the Great Depression, a time of economic hardship and uncertainty for many farmers in the United States. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this scene with her unflinching eye for detail and raw emotion. The photograph features a small, weathered farmstead nestled amidst rolling hills and expansive fields, with a wooden barn and houses huddled together against the elements. Cows graze in the foreground, their forms silhouetted against the open sky, while a solitary tree stands sentinel in the distance. The photograph is a testament to the resilience and determination of rural communities during this challenging period. It also reflects the broader cultural and historical context of the time, with the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and Office of War Information (OWI) using such images to document the realities of rural life and promote social awareness. Lange's image is a powerful reminder of the past, and continues to resonate with viewers today as a symbol of the enduring spirit of rural America. With its timeless composition and evocative imagery, this photograph invites us to reflect on the beauty and challenges of rural life, and the importance of preserving our agricultural heritage.
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