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HOME INDUSTRY, 1910. A New York tenement family making garters. Photographed by Lewis Hine

HOME INDUSTRY, 1910. A New York tenement family making garters. Photographed by Lewis Hine


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HOME INDUSTRY, 1910. A New York tenement family making garters. Photographed by Lewis Hine

HOME INDUSTRY, 1910.
A New York tenement family making garters. Photographed by Lewis Hine, c1910

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1910 Busy Child Labor Daughter Domestic Family Garment Garter Hine Home Industry Immigrant Lewis Manhattan Manufacture Mother Piecework Room Sewing Sewing Machine Tenement Wickes Working Class


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This photograph, titled "HOME INDUSTRY, 1910" captures a poignant moment in the lives of a tenement family in New York City. Taken by Lewis Hine, an American photographer known for his documentation of child labor during the early 20th century, this image offers a glimpse into the bustling world of domestic work at that time. In this snapshot, we see a busy household engaged in the manufacture of garters. The cramped interior room is filled with activity as each member plays their role in this home industry. A mother diligently operates a sewing machine while her daughter assists her with precision and skill beyond her years. The son can be seen carefully inspecting finished pieces alongside his father who oversees the entire process. The scene evokes both admiration for their industriousness and concern for the exploitation of children within such working-class environments. As immigrants striving to make ends meet, this family's dedication to their craft is evident despite challenging circumstances. Lewis Hine's lens allows us to witness firsthand how turn-of-the-century families navigated economic hardships through self-employment within their own homes. This photograph serves as a reminder of the resilience and determination exhibited by countless individuals during that era. As we reflect on this historical moment frozen in time, it prompts us to consider how far society has come since then and reminds us to appreciate those who paved the way for better working conditions today.

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