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ALABAMA: FIREPLACE, c1935. Fireplace in a bedroom of sharecroppers shack in Hale County, Alabama
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ALABAMA: FIREPLACE, c1935. Fireplace in a bedroom of sharecroppers shack in Hale County, Alabama
ALABAMA: FIREPLACE, c1935.
Fireplace in a bedroom of sharecroppers shack in Hale County, Alabama. Photograph by Walker Evans c1935-1936
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1935 1936 Alabama Bedroom Clock County Evan Evans Farmer Fireplace Great Depression Hale Hearth Home Manhattan Club Mantle New Deal Poverty Rural Shack Sharecropper Walker Working Class Southeast
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This photograph, titled "ALABAMA: FIREPLACE, c1935" transports us back to a bygone era of American history. The image captures the essence of rural life in Hale County, Alabama during the Great Depression. Inside a humble sharecropper's shack, we are presented with an intimate glimpse into their daily existence. The focal point of this evocative composition is undoubtedly the fireplace. It stands tall and sturdy against the worn walls, serving as both a source of warmth and a symbol of resilience amidst adversity. Its crackling flames provide solace to those seeking refuge from the harsh realities outside. The room itself exudes simplicity and hardship; its sparse furnishings speak volumes about the poverty that plagued countless families during this time. A modest bed occupies one corner while an old clock silently ticks away on another wall, reminding us that time marches on regardless of circumstance. Photographed by Walker Evans between 1935-1936 as part of his work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this image encapsulates his talent for capturing raw emotion within everyday scenes. Through his lens, he immortalizes not only physical spaces but also stories untold – tales woven by hardworking farmers striving to make ends meet in rural America. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot frozen in time, let us remember those who endured unimaginable hardships during one of our nation's darkest periods. May it serve as a reminder that even in times of struggle, there is beauty to be found within
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