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Between Laton and Fowler, central San Joaquin Valley, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Between Laton and Fowler, central San Joaquin Valley, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Between Laton and Fowler, central San Joaquin Valley, California. One man-one horse methods are rare in California
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This photograph, titled "Between Laton and Fowler, central San Joaquin Valley, California, 1938," is a poignant depiction of the harsh realities of farming during the Great Depression in America. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, this image captures the solitary figure of a farmer, seated atop his horse, plowing a furrow in a barren field. The scene is set against the expansive, rolling hills of the California countryside, with the sun casting long shadows over the landscape. The use of one man and one horse methods is a rare sight in California's agricultural industry, which was rapidly modernizing during the 1930s. The Great Depression had left many farmers struggling to make ends meet, and the implementation of new farming techniques and machinery was often a financial impossibility. Lange's photograph is a powerful reminder of the economic hardships faced by farmers during this period. The furrowed brow and weary expression on the face of the farmer speak volumes about the challenges he faces, both in his daily labor and in his efforts to provide for his family. The image is part of Dorothea Lange's extensive body of work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency established to provide relief to farmers and rural communities affected by the Great Depression. Lange's photographs, including this one, were used to raise awareness about the plight of farmers and to advocate for government assistance. This photograph is a valuable heritage art piece, not only for its historical significance but also for its artistic merit. Lange's use of light and shadow, composition, and the emotional connection she creates between the viewer and the subject make it a powerful and enduring image.
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