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Unemployed lumber worker goes with his wife to the bean harvest, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Unemployed lumber worker goes with his wife to the bean harvest, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Unemployed lumber worker goes with his wife to the bean harvest. Note social security number tattooed on his arm. Oregon
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This powerful photograph captures the struggles of an unemployed lumber worker during the Great Depression in America. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, it depicts a man accompanied by his wife as they venture to the bean harvest in Oregon. The image showcases not only the physical toll of unemployment but also highlights a poignant detail - a social security number tattooed on the man's arm. This serves as a stark reminder of how economic hardships affected individuals on such personal levels. Lange's composition skillfully emphasizes both the couple's resilience and their vulnerability. The bare-chested man stands tall, his weathered body reflecting years of hard labor, while his wife gazes at him with unwavering support. Their determination to find work and provide for their family is palpable. Set against the backdrop of rural Oregon, this photograph encapsulates an era marked by economic turmoil and widespread poverty. It offers viewers a glimpse into everyday life during one of America's darkest times – capturing not just individual struggle but also representing countless others facing similar challenges. Dorothea Lange was known for her ability to capture raw human emotion through her lens, making this print an enduring testament to her talent and dedication as a documentary photographer.
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