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Boy in the gardens of the National Cash Register Company, Dayton, Ohio, between 1896 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
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Boy in the gardens of the National Cash Register Company, Dayton, Ohio, between 1896 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Boy in the gardens of the National Cash Register Company, Dayton, Ohio, between 1896 and 1942
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1800s 1896 1942 Bib Overalls Child Labour Dungarees Garden Tool Gardener Gardening Overalls Posed Tools
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This photograph, titled 'Boy in the Gardens of the National Cash Register Company, Dayton, Ohio, between 1896 and 1942,' is a poignant snapshot of childhood innocence amidst the industrial landscape of the past. Taken by renowned photographer Arnold Genthe, this image transports us back in time to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The young boy, dressed in bib overalls and a short-sleeved shirt, is seen standing in a lush garden filled with trees and vibrant plants. He holds a garden tool in his hand, a small shovel or hoe, suggesting that he may be helping with the upkeep of the grounds. The boy's expression is one of quiet concentration, as if lost in thought or absorbed in the simple pleasures of gardening. Despite the idyllic setting, it is important to note that the use of child labor was common during this era, and this photograph may depict a young worker. However, the image also serves as a reminder of the connection between nature and industry that once existed, as well as the enduring appeal of the outdoors and the joys of childhood. The photograph is a nitrate negative, a historical process that was popular during the late 1800s and early 1900s. It is now part of the vast collection of the Library of Congress, a testament to the importance of preserving our heritage and the visual history of America.
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