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Interior of farmers two-room log home, FSA borrower, Boundary County, Idaho, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Interior of farmers two-room log home, FSA borrower, Boundary County, Idaho, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Interior of farmers two-room log home. FSA (Farm Security Administration) borrower. They have their alfalfa seed stored in corner waiting for a better price. Boundary County, Idaho
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This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, offers a poignant glimpse into the interior of a farmer's two-room log home in Boundary County, Idaho. The image showcases the stark reality of life during the Great Depression as captured through Lange's lens. Inside this humble abode, we witness the resilience and resourcefulness of an American farmer who borrowed from the Farm Security Administration (FSA). Against one corner stands bags filled with precious alfalfa seeds patiently awaiting a better price. The room is adorned with simple furniture - a chair draped with fabric serving as both decoration and utility. The soft light emanating from an old-fashioned lamp casts gentle shadows on the worn wooden walls. A delicate flower rests atop a rustic frame, providing solace amidst economic hardship. This intimate setting reflects not only the physical space but also serves as a metaphor for endurance and hope in challenging times. Lange's masterful composition captures every detail meticulously while conveying profound emotions that resonate even today. Through her lens, she immortalizes this slice of history within these log cabin walls – revealing not just an interior but also offering us insight into lives shaped by determination and perseverance. As we contemplate this evocative photograph, we are reminded of our shared heritage and how art can serve as a powerful medium to document human experiences throughout time.
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