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IDAHO: FARM, 1939. A farm for sale in Boundary County, Idaho with sandy soil which has led to unsuccessful clearing by four families that occupied the land since 1936. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, October 1939
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IDAHO: FARM, 1939. A farm for sale in Boundary County, Idaho with sandy soil which has led to unsuccessful clearing by four families that occupied the land since 1936. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, October 1939
IDAHO: FARM, 1939.
A farm for sale in Boundary County, Idaho with sandy soil which has led to unsuccessful clearing by four families that occupied the land since 1936. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, October 1939
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1939 Autumn Dorothea Farm Farmhouse Farming Farmland Great Depression Idaho Lange Mountain New Deal Northwest October Rural Sale Sandy Sign Soil Tree
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This photograph, titled "IDAHO: FARM, 1939" transports us back to a time of great struggle and resilience in American history. Taken by the renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in October 1939, this image captures a farm for sale in Boundary County, Idaho. The sandy soil that dominates the landscape is evident from the unsuccessful clearing attempts made by four families who occupied the land since 1936. The barrenness of the cleared patches contrasts starkly with the untouched wilderness surrounding them. It serves as a poignant reminder of both nature's power and human limitations. In this snapshot of rural life during the Great Depression era, we witness an idyllic farmhouse nestled amidst majestic mountains. The house stands as a symbol of hope and shelter against adversity. A weathered sign advertising its availability for sale hangs on one side, perhaps reflecting economic hardships faced by those who once called it home. Lange's masterful composition captures not only physical elements but also emotions deeply rooted within this scene – determination, perseverance, and longing for stability. This photograph embodies her ability to tell stories through images; it conveys both despair and resilience while offering us a glimpse into an important chapter in American history. As we gaze upon this historical artifact preserved by The Granger Collection's Art on Demand platform, we are reminded of how far we have come as a society while acknowledging our collective responsibility to learn from past challenges and strive towards building better futures for all.
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