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Photographic Print : Morning mail at the Mineral King cooperative farm, FSA, Tulare County, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Morning mail at the Mineral King cooperative farm, FSA, Tulare County, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Morning mail at the Mineral King cooperative farm, Farm Security Administration, Tulare County, California. Old ranch house, California type, in the background. Buildings will be replaced by modern structures suitable to community farming
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step into history with this captivating photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the authentic moment of "Morning mail at the Mineral King cooperative farm," captured by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1938. Part of the Farm Security Administration series in Tulare County, California, this evocative image transports you back in time with an old ranch house in the background. Add this timeless piece to your home or office decor and bring a piece of American history into your space.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph, titled "Morning mail at the Mineral King cooperative farm," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1938 during her tenure with the Farm Security Administration (FSA) in Tulare County, California. The image portrays a scene of simple rural life during the Great Depression, with a group of children huddled around a mailbox, eagerly awaiting the arrival of their daily correspondence. In the background, an old ranch house, emblematic of California's agricultural heritage, stands as a testament to the past. The image is a poignant reminder of the importance of communication and connection, particularly in times of economic hardship. Dorothea Lange, born Dorothea Margaretta Nutzhorn, was a pioneering figure in documentary photography, known for her evocative images of the human condition during the Depression era. Her work with the FSA and later the Office of War Information (OWI) helped to shape the public's perception of the Great Depression and the lives of the people affected by it. This photograph, in particular, is a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The Mineral King cooperative farm, located in the rugged terrain of the Sierra Nevada mountains, was one of many such communities established during the Depression to help struggling farmers and their families. The buildings in the background, which will soon be replaced by more modern structures suitable to community farming, serve as a reminder of the ever-evolving nature of rural life in America. This photograph, with its timeless composition and evocative subject matter, continues to resonate with viewers today, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and a reminder of the enduring power of human connection.
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