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NEW YORK: POVERTY, 1915. Barefoot boy picking trash on the Westside of New York
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NEW YORK: POVERTY, 1915. Barefoot boy picking trash on the Westside of New York
NEW YORK: POVERTY, 1915.
Barefoot boy picking trash on the Westside of New York. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1915
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1915 Barefoot Hine Homeless Lewis Manhattan New York Poor Poverty Sidewalk Slum Street Scene Trash Urban Wickes
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This poignant photograph, titled "New York: Poverty, 1915" captures the harsh reality of life in early 20th century America. The image showcases a barefoot boy picking trash on the Westside of New York City, his young face reflecting both determination and resignation. Photographer Lewis Hine skillfully documents the destitution that plagued Manhattan's slums during this era. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the stark contrast between affluence and poverty. The dilapidated buildings and littered sidewalk serve as a backdrop to this scene of urban struggle. With an empty can clutched tightly in his hand, the boy scours through discarded items for anything salvageable – a testament to resourcefulness amidst dire circumstances. Hine's lens not only exposes the physical hardships endured by those living on society's margins but also sheds light on their resilience and perseverance. This photograph serves as a reminder of how far our society has come in addressing issues of poverty while simultaneously highlighting how much work remains. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from 1915, it is impossible not to feel moved by its raw depiction of human suffering juxtaposed against towering skyscrapers just blocks away. It serves as a powerful reminder that even within one city lies a world divided by privilege and deprivation. The Granger Collection allows us access to these important visual records from our past, ensuring that such images are never forgotten or dismissed as mere relics.
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