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Well, Center County, Oklahoma, belonging to tenant farmer, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Well, Center County, Oklahoma, belonging to tenant farmer, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Well, Center County, Oklahoma, belonging to tenant farmer
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Pulley United States Office Of War Information Water Supply Water Well Waterwell
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This evocative photograph, titled "Well, Center County, Oklahoma, belonging to tenant farmer," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s during the Great Depression. The image is a poignant representation of rural life during this economically challenging period in American history. The photograph depicts a weathered water well in the arid countryside of Center County, Oklahoma. The well, a vital source of water for the tenant farmer and his family, is a testament to the resilience and determination required to eke out a living in the rural areas of the United States during this time. The rustic pulley system attached to the well illustrates the simple technology used to access this precious resource. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and the Office of War Information (OWI). Her photographs, including this one, provided a powerful visual record of the social and economic conditions of the time, and helped to raise awareness and generate support for various relief programs. The image is a powerful reminder of the challenges faced by rural communities during the Great Depression and the importance of water as a vital resource for agricultural production and human survival. The photograph's timeless quality and haunting beauty continue to resonate with viewers today, making it a valuable heritage art piece and an enduring symbol of American rural life during the 20th century.
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