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Metal Print : TEXAS: MIGRANT GIRL, 1939. A young girl from a family of migrant workers doing

TEXAS: MIGRANT GIRL, 1939. A young girl from a family of migrant workers doing



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TEXAS: MIGRANT GIRL, 1939. A young girl from a family of migrant workers doing

TEXAS: MIGRANT GIRL, 1939.
A young girl from a family of migrant workers doing laundry near Harlingen, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1939

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Media ID 13216343

1939 Busy Great Depression Laundry Migrant New Deal Poor Responsibility Russell Southwest Texas Washboard Washing Washtub Working Working Class Young Harlingen


15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print

Bring the powerful story of the past to your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Print of TEXAS: MIGRANT GIRL, 1939. This evocative image, captured by Russell Lee for the Library of Congress and brought to you by Granger Art on Demand, depicts a young girl from a family of migrant workers doing laundry near Harlingen, Texas. Our high-quality Metal Prints add depth and vibrancy to your wall art, making this historic photograph a stunning and thought-provoking addition to any room. Experience the rich history of Texas through this iconic image, now available as a beautiful and durable Metal Print from Media Storehouse.

Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space

Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


TEXAS - MIGRANT GIRL, 1939. A Glimpse into the Resilience of a Young Girl During the Great Depression

EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photograph captures a young girl from a migrant worker family, diligently engaged in her daily chores near Harlingen, Texas in 1939. The image showcases the harsh realities faced by working-class families during the era of economic turmoil known as the Great Depression. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness an American child shouldering responsibilities far beyond her tender years. With determination etched on her face, she stands beside a washtub and washboard—symbols of laborious manual work—and tackles the arduous task of laundry. Her hands are calloused but steady as she scrubs away at each garment with unwavering resolve. Photographed by Russell Lee under the auspices of New Deal's Farm Security Administration (FSA), this powerful image serves as both documentation and testament to the strength and resilience exhibited by those facing adversity head-on. It encapsulates not only one girl's struggle for survival amidst poverty but also represents countless others who were forced to mature prematurely due to circumstances beyond their control. As we gaze upon this photograph today, it is essential to remember that behind every historical event lies individual stories waiting to be heard. This young girl becomes an emblematic figure—a symbol reminding us of our shared humanity and inspiring us to recognize and empathize with those who have endured hardship throughout history. Through preservation efforts led by institutions

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