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Maud and Grade Daly, 5 and 3 years old pick about a pot of shrimp each day for the
XOS1273783 Maud and Grade Daly, 5 and 3 years old pick about a pot of shrimp each day for the Peerless Oyster Company, Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, 1911 (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 12719629
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Canning Child Labor Child Labour Oysters Reform Seafood
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Bring the charming nostalgia of the past into your home with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Maud and Grade Daly, 5 and 3 years old pick about a pot of shrimp each day for the Peerless Oyster Company, Bay St." by Bridgeman Images. This fine art print, sourced from Fine Art Finder, showcases a heartwarming scene of two young sisters happily picking shrimp at the oyster company. The intricate details and rich colors of this timeless photograph are beautifully preserved in our high-quality framed prints, making it a delightful addition to any room in your house. Order now and relive the simple joys of the past 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 17cm (9.6" x 6.7")
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.
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The photo captures a poignant moment in history, showcasing the harsh reality faced by children during the early 20th century. In this image titled "Maud and Grade Daly" two young girls aged 5 and 3 are depicted picking shrimp for the Peerless Oyster Company in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, back in 1911. Photographer Lewis Wickes Hine was known for his investigative work on child labor conditions, shedding light on the exploitation of youngsters across various industries. This particular photograph is part of his extensive documentation from 1908 to 1912. The innocence of Maud and Grade's youthful faces contrasts starkly with their grueling daily task. Forced into labor at such tender ages, they represent countless other children who endured similar hardships during that era. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the industrial poverty prevalent at the time while also highlighting efforts towards reforming child labor practices. The canning industry relied heavily on cheap labor like Maud and Grade's to meet demands for seafood products such as oysters. Today, we look upon this historical print with both admiration for those who fought against such injustices and gratitude for progress made since then. It stands as a testament to our collective responsibility to protect vulnerable members of society from exploitation—a duty that should never be forgotten or neglected.
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