Nile Delta, Egypt 1963

"Nile Delta, Egypt" is a 1963 photograph by Dorothea Lange, renowned for her documentary work capturing the lives of ordinary people. The image showcases a woman in traditional Egyptian attire, her head covered, walking across a grassy field. Her posture and the large woven basket she carries suggest she is returning from a day's labor. The photograph's composition is simple yet powerful, drawing the viewer's eye to the woman's determined gait and the textures of her clothing and surroundings. Lange's photographic style focuses on human dignity and resilience, making this image a poignant portrayal of life in rural Egypt.