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CALIFORNIA: PEA FIELD, 1939. Workers weighing bushels of peas in a field near Calipatria
CALIFORNIA: PEA FIELD, 1939.
Workers weighing bushels of peas in a field near Calipatria, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1939
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Media ID 13216745
1939 Agriculture California Calipatria Cooperation Dorothea Farming Field Food Great Depression Lange Migrant Worker Poor Weighing Working Class Bushel
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, titled "CALIFORNIA: PEA FIELD, 1939," showcases a classic photograph by Dorothea Lange from The Granger Collection. Witness the authentic moment as workers meticulously weigh bushels of fresh peas in a field near Calipatria, California. This poster print is an exquisite addition to any home or office, evoking a sense of history and nostalgia. Bring the charm of the past into your space with our high-quality, museum-grade poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "CALIFORNIA: PEA FIELD, 1939" takes us back to a significant era in American history. The image showcases the hardworking spirit of workers laboring in a pea field near Calipatria, California during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, this snapshot captures a moment of cooperation and resilience among these men who were part of the working class struggling to make ends meet. In an early morning scene, we see them diligently weighing bushels of peas with focused expressions on their faces. The composition beautifully portrays the vastness of the field against which these workers stand as small figures amidst nature's bounty. Their presence symbolizes both hope and hardship as they contribute to America's agricultural industry during challenging times. Lange's lens not only documents their physical labor but also reveals their humanity and dignity despite poverty. This photograph is part of Lange's extensive documentation for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), which aimed to raise awareness about rural poverty and advocate for government support. As we observe this powerful image today, it serves as a reminder of our nation's past struggles while honoring those who worked tirelessly to sustain themselves and others during difficult times. It stands as a testament to human resilience and collective effort that continues to shape our understanding of American history.
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