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Stump farmers wagon, Bonners Ferry, Idaho, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Stump farmers wagon, Bonners Ferry, Idaho, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Stump farmers wagon. Note cream can tied behind store on Saturday afternoon, approaching winter. Bonners Ferry, Idaho
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This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, transports us back to a different era in Bonners Ferry, Idaho. The image showcases a humble stump farmer's wagon parked outside a store on a Saturday afternoon as winter approaches. In the background, we notice a cream can tied securely to the wagon, symbolizing the importance of dairy farming during this time. Lange's lens captures the essence of rural America during the Great Depression, where economic hardships were prevalent. The starkness of black and white emphasizes the somber mood surrounding poverty and recession that plagued many families at that time. Through her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA), Lange documented these struggles while also highlighting human resilience. The composition offers an authentic glimpse into daily life in Bonners Ferry. The worn-out wagon represents both transportation and occupation for this hardworking farmer who relies on it to sustain his livelihood. Surrounding him are signs of autumn - fallen leaves scattered across the ground - further emphasizing nature's transition into winter. As we admire this still image from our past, we are reminded of Lange's incredible ability to capture history through her lens. Her photographs have become iconic representations of American heritage art and continue to serve as powerful reminders of our collective journey through challenging times.
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