Cotton Country c. 20th century

"Cotton Country" is a c. 20th-century lithograph by E.G. Starr, depicting a group of figures carrying large sacks in a rural setting. The scene is rendered in a realistic style with stark contrasts of light and shadow, emphasizing the harshness of the landscape. The figures are silhouetted against the night sky, creating a sense of mystery and foreboding. The work captures the hardships faced by laborers in the cotton fields and is considered a poignant example of social realism in art.