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The road to Widtsoe from Panquitah, Utah, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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The road to Widtsoe from Panquitah, Utah, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
The road to Widtsoe from Panquitah. Utah
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This photograph, titled 'The road to Widtsoe from Panquitch, Utah,' was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s during the Great Depression. The image is part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) collection, which aimed to document the effects of the economic crisis on rural communities. The photograph showcases a desolate and remote landscape, with a long, winding road stretching out before the viewer, leading to the small town of Widtsoe in the distance. The road sign at the edge of the frame, bearing the name of the town, adds a sense of isolation and anticipation. The barren, arid desert landscape, dotted with low-lying shrubs and rocks, emphasizes the harsh conditions faced by those living in these areas during this period. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the economic hardships experienced by many Americans during the Great Depression and the resilience of those who persevered through difficult times. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image using a nitrate negative, which adds to the grainy, textured quality of the image. The photograph is now part of the Library of Congress collection and is a valuable heritage art piece that continues to inspire and inform us about the history of the United States.
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