Funeral cortege, San Joaquin Valley, California c. 1938 - 1959

"Funeral Cortege, San Joaquin Valley, California" (c. 1938-1959) is a poignant black and white photograph by Dorothea Lange, renowned for her documentation of the Great Depression. The image captures a solitary figure, obscured by the rear window of a vehicle, their face partially visible. This photograph, part of Lange's extensive documentation of rural America during the Depression era, exemplifies her skill in capturing the quiet desperation and resilience of everyday individuals. Lange's use of light and shadow adds a layer of somberness, highlighting the individual's isolation and the weight of their circumstances.