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    A whiteface steer charging the camera
    Description
    Early in 1937, Mydans traveled to Texas to compile his first photo essay for LIFE magazine, covering everything from the state's last great cattle drive to its tough oil towns. This image, however, would not be published until 1939. According to the magazine caption, this short-horned steer is being cut from the herd by two young cow ponies in an effort to develop their hooves and expert footing (Feb. 13, 1939).
    Mydans later recalled his frightened reaction after developing the picture; he said a photographer often concentrates so intently on what he is seeing that he is not aware of danger.
    Location
    Currently not on view
    Date made
    1937
    photographer
    Mydans, Carl
    ID Number
    2005.0228.025
    accession number
    2005.0228
    catalog number
    2005.0228.025
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