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Tractor driver on cotton farm near Memphis, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Tractor driver on cotton farm near Memphis, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Tractor driver on cotton farm near Memphis, Texas
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This evocative photograph, titled "Tractor Driver on Cotton Farm near Memphis, Texas," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937 during the heart of the Great Depression. The image depicts a weary farmer, dressed in denim bib overalls and a striped shirt, intently studying a map or blueprint spread out before him on the seat of an old tractor. The scene is set against a backdrop of parched, sun-scorched land, with cotton plants stretching out as far as the eye can see. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, was known for her powerful and empathetic portrayals of the human condition, particularly during times of economic hardship. This image, taken for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), is a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by farmers and rural communities during the Depression. The man's furrowed brow and focused expression convey a deep sense of concentration and determination, as he ponders the challenges of the farming season ahead. The worn fabric of his overalls and the faded denim of his shirt speak to the hardships of farm labor, while the stripes on his shirt and the stripes in the cotton field create a visual connection between the man and the land he works. This powerful image is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring bond between people and the land.
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