Photographic Print : Mines : Children Hauling
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Mines : Children Hauling
CHILDREN WORKING AS PUTTERS Three children hurrying - hauling a laden wagon through a low gallery, on hands and knees : boys and girls both did this work (Report)
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Media ID 592284
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1842 Conditions Gallery Hauling Knees Laden Mines Report Wagon Putters
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the rich history of childhood labor through this evocative photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library. Our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints presents "Mines: Children Hauling," an image that captures three determined children hurrying to pull a laden wagon through a low gallery. This black-and-white photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Prints Online collection, offers a poignant glimpse into the past, when children as young as these were essential workers in the mines. Add this historical piece to your decor or collection and ignite conversations about the human spirit and resilience.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 16.3cm (12" x 6.4")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
This evocative image captures the harsh realities of child labor in the mines during the early 19th century. The photograph, titled
EDITORS COMMENTS
Children Hauling," depicts three young children working as putters in a low gallery of a mine. Dressed in ragged clothing and barefoot, they are seen hurrying to haul a laden wagon through the narrow, dimly lit passageway. Both boys and girls are shown performing this arduous task, their small frames bent at the waist as they pull the wagon on their hands and knees. The scene is reminiscent of a report published in 1842, which documented the deplorable conditions faced by child laborers in the mines. The low gallery, with its low ceiling and cramped space, would have made it difficult for the children to stand upright, adding to the physical strain of their labor. The children's faces are etched with concentration and determination, yet their expressions betray a sense of weariness and resignation. The weight of the wagon, combined with the harsh working conditions, would have taken a heavy toll on their young bodies. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of child labor in the mines during the Industrial Revolution. It highlights the desperate circumstances that forced children to work in dangerous and physically demanding conditions at a young age, often leading to long-term health problems and a lack of opportunities for education and personal growth." Mary Evans Picture Library / Mary Evans Prints Online. (2023). Children Hauling [Photograph]. Retrieved [insert date] from https://www.maryevans.com/image/10008396/Children-Hauling-Three-children-hurrying-hauling-a-laden-wagon-through-a-low-gallery-on-hands-and-knees:-boys-and-girls-both-did-this-work-1842-children-working-as-putters-mines-conditions-putters.html.
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