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Poster Print : Filipinos cutting lettuce, near Westmorland, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Filipinos cutting lettuce, near Westmorland, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Near Westmorland. Filipinos cutting lettuce. California
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27x27 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This evocative image, titled "Near Westmorland. Filipinos cutting lettuce. California," was captured by the legendary Dorothea Lange in 1939. The black-and-white photograph transports us to a bygone era, as we witness the dedication and hard work of Filipino laborers in the lush lettuce fields of California. A poignant and powerful addition to any home or office space, this print is a testament to the rich history and resilience of the human spirit. Experience the storytelling power of photography with our high-quality poster prints, expertly printed on premium paper to ensure lasting vibrancy and detail.
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 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph, titled "Near Westmorland. Filipinos cutting lettuce," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of agricultural workers during the Great Depression, specifically Filipino laborers toiling in the fields of California. The scene unfolds in the countryside, with the vast expanse of farmland stretching out behind the workers. They are seen in the foreground, engaged in the laborious task of cutting lettuce and loading the fresh produce into crates. Their faces are etched with the weariness of long hours under the sun, their bodies bent and calloused from the physical demands of farm labor. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the economic struggles faced by many during this period, as the Great Depression left countless Americans jobless and desperate for work. The image also speaks to the role of migrant laborers, like these Filipinos, in the agricultural industry. Their labor was essential to keeping farms productive and food on the tables of families across the country. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA). Her powerful and evocative imagery helped to bring attention to the plight of the nation's rural population during this difficult time. This photograph, with its raw and unflinching portrayal of the realities of farm labor, remains a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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