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On road off main highway, leading to Roque River, near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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On road off main highway, leading to Roque River, near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Oregon. Josephine County, near Grants Pass. On road off main highway, leading to Roque River. Hop farms picker: " But they don t say what they pay."
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This photo print, taken by the talented Dorothea Lange in 1939, transports us to a rural road off the main highway near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon. The image captures the essence of American agriculture during the Great Depression era. A hop farms picker stands prominently in the frame with a poignant quote that resonates deeply: "But they don't say what they pay". This powerful statement highlights the economic struggles faced by those working on these fields. Lange's composition beautifully showcases the vast countryside and farmland surrounding this remote location. The common hop plants stretch as far as the eye can see, symbolizing both hope and hardship for those dependent on their harvest. As we delve into this historical photograph, we are reminded of Lange's role as a photographer for Farm Security Administration (FSA) and Office of War Information (OWI). Through her lens, she documented not only nature's beauty but also captured moments that shed light on poverty and recession prevalent at that time. Preserved within this negative lies an important piece of our heritage art - an authentic representation of rural life in early 20th century America. It serves as a reminder of how photography can be used to convey complex concepts such as economics and regionalism. This remarkable image from Dorothea Lange continues to evoke emotions even today, allowing us to reflect upon our past while appreciating how far we have come in terms of social progress and economic stability.
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