#edison - Le Pouls Du Monde

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Dorothea Lange @DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online

Edison, Kern County, California, Young Migratory Mother, Originally from Texas.

The image is a black and white photograph depicting an individual who appears to be in their early 20s. The person stands with their body facing the camera, but they are turned slightly away from it, giving us a partial view of both profiles. They wear a hooded garment that seems worn or frayed at some areas around the neck, suggesting either age or frequent use. This attire is consistent in style and color as what might be expected for laborers during hard times.

The background provides context to their environment; it includes structures made from wood and perhaps fabric, which may imply a temporary settlement or campsite often associated with migrant workers of that era. The sky above appears clear suggesting fair weather conditions at the time this photograph was taken.

There is no direct indication as to what activity they are engaged in, but given the context provided by additional information stating "Young Migratory Mother," it's reasonable to infer she may be part of a group or family traveling for labor opportunities. Her attire and setting resonate with historical accounts from America during periods like the Great Depression when many families had to migrate due to loss of land or resources.

Her expression is not overtly joyful nor distressed, but rather one that carries an air of quiet resilience; perhaps indicative of her daily struggles and experiences as a migrant worker in California.

#Edison #KernCounty #California

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