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Children working on bobbins in London, Paddy and his companions, from Le Musee des Familles, 1848 (engraving)
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Children working on bobbins in London, Paddy and his companions, from Le Musee des Familles, 1848 (engraving)
CHT157410 Children working on bobbins in London, Paddy and his companions, from Le Musee des Familles, 1848 (engraving) by Trichon (19th century) (after); Bibliotheque de la Faculte de Medecine, Paris, France; © Archives Charmet
Media ID 25454468
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Beating Child Labour Cruelty Exploitation Industrial Revolution Labor Oppression Production Punishing Stool Supervisor Thread Wokrker Workshop Workshops Laborer Labourer Little Boys Punishment Tradesman Tradesmen Young Boy
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This powerful engraving, titled "Children working on bobbins in London, Paddy and his companions" captures the harsh reality of child labor during the Industrial Revolution. Created by Trichon in 1848, this image depicts a scene of poverty and exploitation that was all too common at the time. In this print, we see a group of young boys seated on stools, diligently working with bobbins in a dimly lit workshop. The supervisor looms over them, ready to inflict punishment for any perceived mistakes or slowness. These children are trapped in a cycle of cruelty and hardship as they toil away their youth. The Victorian era was marked by significant social inequality and economic disparity. Child labor was prevalent across England and Europe, as families struggled to survive amidst rapid industrialization. This engraving serves as a stark reminder of the oppressive conditions endured by these innocent souls. The artist's attention to detail highlights not only the physical toll but also the emotional burden carried by these young workers. Their faces bear expressions beyond their years – exhaustion mixed with resignation – reflecting lives devoid of childhood joys. "Children working on bobbins in London" is an important historical document that sheds light on an era marred by exploitation and disregard for human rights. It stands as a poignant reminder that progress should never come at such great cost; it urges us to remember those who suffered so greatly during this dark chapter in our history.
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