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Plaquemines Parish: 1935

October 1935. The Trische family, tenant farmers in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. View full size. 35mm nitrate negative by Ben Shahn for the FSA.

October 1935. The Trische family, tenant farmers in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. View full size. 35mm nitrate negative by Ben Shahn for the FSA.

 

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I think that's lace trim on

I think that's lace trim on the chair arm, like a furniture protector. He seems to be reading or holding a very small book. He sort of resembles Gregory Peck from this angle, reading to Scout.

Probably a Sunday

When everyone was dressed up in their best for church, or..it could be for a funeral after noticing the somber looks of the children and the man with the handkerchief in the rocking chair. I'm sure there is a story here of happiness or woe--excellent photo Dave, it leaves a lot for contemplation.

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