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Photographic Print : West Texas farmer prepares to sow millet, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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West Texas farmer prepares to sow millet, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
West Texas farmer prepares to sow millet
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10"x10" Photo Print
Step back in time with this evocative photograph from Dorothea Lange's body of work, now available as a stunning print from Media Storehouse. Captured in 1937, this image finds a West Texas farmer deeply concentrated as he readies the land for millet sowing. The dusty terrain, weathered hands, and determined expression convey the resilience and hard work that defined the era. Bring this iconic moment into your home or office as a beautiful reminder of the past. Order your Dorothea Lange 'West Texas farmer prepares to sow millet' photographic print today from Media Storehouse and let the power of storytelling art enhance your space.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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West Texas Farmer Prepares to Sow Millet," captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937, presents a poignant image of the harsh realities of rural life during the Great Depression. The black-and-white photograph portrays a determined farmer, dressed in denim work clothes and a worn denim dress, preparing to sow millet in a sun-scorched field. The furrows are freshly plowed, and the farmer stands at the ready, holding a sack of seeds in one hand and a hoe in the other. The image is a testament to the resilience and perseverance of farmers during this economically challenging time. The Great Depression had left many farmers in dire straits, struggling to make ends meet and feed their families. The Office of War Information (OWI) and Farm Security Administration (FSA) commissioned Lange to document the plight of rural America, and this photograph is one of her most iconic works from that period. The farmer's attire, consisting of practical and durable denim clothing, was a common sight in the rural communities of the 1930s. The simple, functional design of the clothing reflects the demands of farm labor and the harsh conditions of the countryside. The image also conveys a sense of heritage and tradition, as the farmer continues the age-old practice of sowing crops by hand. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the challenges faced by farmers during the Great Depression and the importance of their contributions to the American agricultural landscape. Lange's masterful use of light and composition captures the essence of the moment, making "West Texas Farmer Prepares to Sow Millet" a timeless and evocative image of rural America.
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