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Single tobacco flower, Soofly, Granville County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Single tobacco flower, Soofly, Granville County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Single tobacco flower. The tobacco plant is " topped" before it blooms in the field, with exception of a few plants which are saved out for seed. Shoofly, Granville County, North Carolina
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This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, transports us to the rural landscapes of Granville County, North Carolina. The image showcases a single tobacco flower standing proudly amidst the fields of farmland. Lange's keen eye captures the delicate bloom as it emerges from its plant, symbolizing hope and resilience even during times of economic hardship. During the Great Depression, when poverty plagued America's countryside, Lange documented the struggles faced by rural communities through her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA). This particular image is a testament to her ability to find beauty in simplicity and shed light on forgotten aspects of American life. The composition draws our attention to this solitary flower that has been spared from being "topped" like its counterparts for seed purposes. It stands as a representation of nature's perseverance against human intervention. Through Lange's lens, we are reminded of the importance of preserving our natural heritage and recognizing the inherent value found within every living organism. As we gaze at this still image frozen in time, we are transported back to an era marked by regionalism and economic recession. Yet amidst these hardships, there remains a sense of rustic charm that defines rural life in America. Dorothea Lange's legacy lives on through photographs like this one – powerful reminders that art can capture not only moments but also emotions tied deeply to our shared history.
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