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Framed Print : Fannie, 48 inches high, aged 7, one of 19 children helping her sister in Elk Mills
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Fannie, 48 inches high, aged 7, one of 19 children helping her sister in Elk Mills
XOS1273788 Fannie, 48 inches high, aged 7, one of 19 children helping her sister in Elk Mills, Fayetteville, Tennessee, 1910 (b/w photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lewis Hine was an investigative photographer for the National Child Labor Committee who documented from 1908-1912 the working conditions and exploitation of children in all types of industries. ); American, out of copyright
Media ID 12719646
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Child Labor Child Labour Cotton Machinery Reform
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Bring the timeless story of Fannie, a 7-year-old girl from Elk Mills, Fayetteville, Tennessee, into your home with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints. Captured in 1910 by Lewis Hine, this classic black-and-white photograph from Fine Art Finder showcases Fannie's determination and resilience as she helps her sister. Our high-quality framed prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the authenticity and detail of this iconic image, making it a perfect addition to any room in your house. Experience the history and emotion of this powerful photograph every day.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.2cm (9.6" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of child labor in early 20th century America. The subject, Fannie, stands at just 48 inches tall, yet she is burdened with responsibilities far beyond her tender age of seven. As one of 19 children, Fannie finds herself helping her sister in Elk Mills, a textile factory in Fayetteville, Tennessee. Taken by Lewis Wickes Hine, an investigative photographer for the National Child Labor Committee during his four-year documentation from 1908 to 1912, this image serves as a haunting reminder of the exploitation endured by countless children across various industries. Hine's work aimed to shed light on the working conditions these young individuals faced and advocate for their rights. In this particular scene, we witness Fannie surrounded by machinery that dwarfs her small frame. Her presence amidst such industrial chaos highlights the stark contrast between innocence and hardship. The cotton textiles industry demanded long hours and dangerous tasks from its workers – even those as young as Fannie. Through this photograph, Hine exposes not only the poverty-stricken lives these children were forced into but also calls for social reform to protect them from further exploitation. It serves as a poignant testament to a dark chapter in American history when childhood was sacrificed at the altar of profit-driven industries.
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