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Freshly-plowed sugar beet field near King City, scale of farm operations in California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Freshly-plowed sugar beet field near King City, scale of farm operations in California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Freshly-plowed sugar beet field near King City. Shows large scale of farm operations in California
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This photograph, titled "Freshly-plowed sugar beet field near King City," is a poignant depiction of the large-scale agricultural operations in California during the 1930s, captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange. The image showcases the vast expanse of land, with furrows stretching as far as the eye can see, freshly plowed to prepare for the planting of sugar beets. The towering mountains in the background serve as a stark contrast to the flat, open farmland. This photograph was taken during the Great Depression, a period of severe economic hardship in the United States. The image is a testament to the resilience of rural communities and the backbone of the American agricultural industry. Dorothea Lange, born Dorothea Margaretta Nutzhorn, was a pioneering photographer known for her documentation of the Great Depression and the rural areas of the United States. She is best known for her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and the Office of War Information (OWI). This photograph is a part of the vast collection of images she created during her time with the FSA, which aimed to provide relief and support to farmers and rural communities affected by the economic downturn. The photograph is a powerful example of the regionalism movement in American art, which emphasized the unique qualities and characteristics of different parts of the country. The rustic, rural life depicted in the image is a far cry from the urban landscapes that dominated American art at the time. This photograph is a valuable heritage art piece that continues to inspire and inform our understanding of American history and the role of agriculture in shaping the country's economy and culture.
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