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NEW YORK: SWEATSHOP. Italian women sewing in a Lower Manhattan sweatshop
NEW YORK: SWEATSHOP.
Italian women sewing in a Lower Manhattan sweatshop. Photograph by Jacob Riis, c1900
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Media ID 12318602
1890s 1900 1900s Decade Busy Downtown Home Industry Immigrant Lower Manhattan Poverty Sewing Sweatshop Working Class
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the rich history of New York City with our captivating Metal Print of 'NEW YORK: SWEATSHOP' by The Granger Collection. This vintage photograph, taken by Jacob Riis around 1900, offers a glimpse into the past with its image of Italian women sewing in a Lower Manhattan sweatshop. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors of the original image, making it a stunning addition to your home or office decor. The high-quality metal material not only enhances the visual appeal but also ensures durability and longevity. Relive the stories of New York's past with this unique and thought-provoking piece of art.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
NEW YORK - SWEATSHOP - A Glimpse into the Lives of Italian Women Workers in Lower Manhattan
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant print captures a scene from early 20th century New York, shedding light on the harsh realities faced by immigrant women working in sweatshops. Taken by Jacob Riis around 1900, it offers a glimpse into the bustling interior of a Lower Manhattan sweatshop. In this image, we see a group of Italian women diligently sewing garments amidst cramped conditions. Their tired faces and worn-out clothing speak volumes about their daily struggles to make ends meet. The photograph highlights the pervasive poverty that plagued many working-class families during this era. The setting itself is evocative – an overcrowded room filled with rows of sewing machines and piles of fabric. These hardworking women are seated shoulder-to-shoulder, immersed in their labor-intensive tasks as they contribute to New York's booming clothing industry. This snapshot serves as a powerful reminder of the immense challenges faced by immigrants seeking better lives in America at the turn of the century. It also sheds light on how home industries like these sweatshops played a significant role in shaping urban life and economic growth during that time. Through this historical lens, we gain insight into both the resilience and exploitation experienced by these courageous workers who helped build modern-day New York City.
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