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Fine Art Print : HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. Portrait of 12 year old Johns Lewis, a cotton mill employee
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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. Portrait of 12 year old Johns Lewis, a cotton mill employee
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908.
Portrait of 12 year old Johns Lewis, a cotton mill employee earning sixty cents an hour and responsible for four looms, Springstein Mill, Chester, South Carolina. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1908
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Media ID 13217835
1908 Chester Child Labor Cotton Hine Labor Lewis Mill Outside South Carolina Suspenders Johns
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of child labor through the haunting image of HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. This fine art print, featuring the portrait of 12-year-old Johns Lewis, captures the harsh reality of a young boy working in a cotton mill, responsible for operating four looms and earning just sixty cents an hour. Originally taken by Lewis Hine for the National Child Labor Committee, this powerful photograph is now available as a beautiful fine art print from Media Storehouse. Bring a piece of history into your home and start a conversation with this evocative image from The Granger Collection.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 40.7cm (23.4" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of child labor in America during the early 20th century. In this sepia-toned portrait, we see a solemn-looking 12-year-old boy named Johns Lewis, who works as a cotton mill employee at Springstein Mill in Chester, South Carolina. Despite his young age, Johns is responsible for operating four looms and earns a meager sixty cents an hour for his labor. Dressed in a hat and suspenders, he stands outside the mill with determination etched on his face. The weariness in his eyes hints at the heavy burden he carries at such a tender age. Lewis Hine's poignant photograph serves as both documentation and indictment of child labor practices prevalent during this era. By capturing individual stories like that of Johns Lewis, Hine aimed to raise awareness about the exploitation faced by countless children across America. The image transports us back to a time when childhood was stolen from many young boys and girls who were forced into grueling work instead of experiencing carefree play. It reminds us of the importance of fighting against injustice and advocating for children's rights. As we contemplate this haunting image, let it serve as a reminder that progress has been made but there is still much work to be done to ensure every child can enjoy their rightful place - one filled with education, opportunity, and hope.
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