Lewis W Hine Collection

Top of the Mooring Mast, Empire State Building (1931), 1931; 1939 (gelatin silver print)
991497 Top of the Mooring Mast, Empire State Building (1931), 1931; 1939 (gelatin silver print) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); 34.29x26.67 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Children pitching pennies on the Main Street Fall River
2911846 Children pitching pennies on the Main Street Fall River by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); (add.info.: Photograph of children pitching pennies on the Main Street Fall River)

New York City from the Empire State Building, 1931 (toned gelatin silver print)
991561 New York City from the Empire State Building, 1931 (toned gelatin silver print) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); 34.92x27.62 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Powerhouse Mechanic, c. 1924; (gelatin silver print)
991576 Powerhouse Mechanic, c.1924; (gelatin silver print) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); 34.3x24.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Powerhouse Mechanic. Lewis Hine (1874-1940)

Paterson, New Jersey - Textiles. Madison Silk Co. General view of up-to-date large silk plant (not automatic), March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer

Paterson, New Jersey - Textiles. Madison Silk Co. Passaic River and old silk mill section, March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer

Paterson, New Jersey - Textiles. Former silk workers. Rear Tenement off Summer St, March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform

Paterson, New Jersey - Textiles. [View of mill and houses. ], March 1937, Lewis Hine
Paterson, New Jersey - Textiles. [View of mill and houses.], March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA

High Point, North Carolina - Textiles. Pickett Yarn Mill. Winder operator - close-up of hands, January 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer

High Point, North Carolina - Housing. Homes of skilled furniture workers in Tomlinson Chair Mfg. Company, High Point, North Carolina

Millville, New Jersey - Textiles. Millville Manufacturing Co. [Man in between machines.], 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform

Millville, New Jersey - Glass bottles. T.C. Wheaton Co. A bottle with the stopper may be seen directly in the lower center of the picture, March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940

Millville, New Jersey - Glass bottles. Whitall Tatum Co. Second shot of a worker taking a bottle of of an I. S. automatic blowing machine for testing, March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940

Millville, New Jersey - Glass bottles. [Man at work. ], 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940
Millville, New Jersey - Glass bottles. [Man at work.], 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA

Millville, New Jersey - Scenes. A view of back yards of Whitall Tatum Company houses looking toward Whitall Tatum upper plant, 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer

Millville, New Jersey - Scenes. A view of Whitall Tatum Company houses. Yards looking from Myrtle St. to upper Whitall Tatum plant

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Lewis W. Hine was a renowned American photographer who captured the essence of early 20th century America through his powerful and thought-provoking images. His photographs serve as a visual documentation of the social issues and industrial revolution that shaped the nation during this time. One of Hine's most iconic works is "Top of the Mooring Mast, Empire State Building (1931)". This photograph showcases the breathtaking view from atop one of New York City's most famous landmarks, capturing both its grandeur and significance in shaping the city's skyline. In another striking image titled "Children pitching pennies on Main Street Fall River", Hine captures a candid moment where children engage in an innocent yet poignant activity. This photograph serves as a reminder of simpler times and highlights the resilience and resourcefulness found within communities. Hine also turned his lens towards documenting workers' lives, such as in "Powerhouse Mechanic" taken around 1924. This image portrays a laborer amidst heavy machinery, symbolizing both their strength and vulnerability within an industrialized society. Throughout his career, Hine focused on highlighting working conditions in various industries. In his series on Paterson, New Jersey textiles industry, he sheds light on the lives of silk workers with images like "Madison Silk Co. " which depicts textile mills against the backdrop of Passaic River. These photographs reveal not only their physical surroundings but also provide insight into their living conditions through shots like "Home of silk workers in rear court off Sealey St". Hine's work often emphasized human stories by featuring individuals affected by societal changes or hardships they faced due to economic shifts. One such example is seen in "An old silk-worker (now unable to work) living". Through this portrait, Hines brings attention to those left behind by progress while honoring their contributions to society. In March 1937, Hines documented a deserted silk mill at 21st Ave - an image that speaks volumes about the impact of economic decline on communities.