Home > Arts > Contemporary art > Photography > Still life paintings
Four young migratory potato pickers... FSA camp, Merrill, Klamath County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Four young migratory potato pickers... FSA camp, Merrill, Klamath County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Four young migratory potato pickers, travelling together, come into camp to ask manager whether they would be eligible for a hot bath. " Sure, boys, but clean up afterwards." Merrill, Klamath County, Oregon. FSA (Farm Security Administration) camp
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 25332134
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Agricultural Workers Camp Campsite Caravan Facilities Farm Hands Farm Labourers Farm Workers Farmhands Farmworkers Hygiene Hygienic Manager Office Oregon United States Of America Sanitation Trailer Trailer Caravan Agricultural Worker Depression Dorothea Lange Dorothea Lange Taylor Dorothea Margaretta Nutzhorn Economics Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker Farmhand Farmworker Great Depression Lange Dorothea Lee Russell Negative Nitrate Negative Nitrate Negatives Gmgpc Nutzhorn Dorothea Margaretta Recession Russell Lee Taylor Dorothea Lange
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> L
> Dorothea Lange
> Arts
> Artists
> L
> Russell Lee
> Arts
> Artists
> R
> Lee Russell
> Arts
> Artists
> Y
> Art Young
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Photography
> Still life paintings
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Still life paintings
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Fine art
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Still life paintings
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken by Dorothea Lange in 1939, captures the essence of four young migratory potato pickers seeking respite at an FSA camp in Merrill, Klamath County, Oregon. The image portrays a powerful moment of human connection amidst the backdrop of the Great Depression. In this poignant scene, these resilient farmworkers approach the camp manager with a simple request for a hot bath. Their weary faces reflect both exhaustion from their laborious work and hope for some relief. The manager's response is heartwarming as he assures them they can indulge in cleanliness but reminds them to clean up afterwards. Lange's composition beautifully encapsulates the hardships faced by agricultural workers during this challenging era. Through her lens, she invites us to witness not only their physical struggles but also their determination to preserve basic hygiene despite adverse circumstances. The photo serves as a reminder of the economic difficulties that plagued America during this time period while highlighting themes such as resilience and camaraderie among those who found themselves on society's fringes. It stands as a testament to Lange's ability to capture raw emotions and tell compelling stories through her photography. Preserved within this historical print lies an enduring narrative that continues to resonate today – one that sheds light on our shared humanity and challenges us to consider how we can support those facing adversity in our own communities.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
