Annie Halloran's Hands 1954

"Annie Halloran's Hands" is a 1954 gelatin silver print by Dorothea Lange, a renowned American photographer known for her documentary work during the Great Depression. The photograph features a close-up of an elderly woman's hands, clasped together in her lap, a stark contrast to the dark fabric of her dress. The image captures the subtle details of her hands, emphasizing the passage of time and the weight of life experienced. This intimate portrait is a testament to Lange's ability to convey human emotion through a simple yet poignant image, highlighting the power of photographic realism and the universality of aging.