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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1924. A young girl cutting lace at her home in New York City
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1924.
A young girl cutting lace at her home in New York City. Photograph by Lewis Hine, March 1924
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Media ID 13213917
1924 Child Labor Cutting Dress Hine Home Home Industry Lace Lewis Manhattan March New York City Poor Textile Wickes Working Class Unidentified
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating image, titled "Child Labor, 1924," by Lewis Hine (140_1705542 from Granger Art on Demand), depicts a young girl intently concentrating as she cuts lace at her home in New York City. This powerful photograph, taken in March 1924, is a poignant reminder of the past and the social issues that have shaped our world. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding depth and character to any space, whether in a home office, classroom, or gallery wall. Order yours today and start your own historical journey.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.8cm x 59.4cm (16.1" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of child labor in early 20th century America. Taken by Lewis Hine in March 1924, it depicts a young girl diligently cutting lace at her home in New York City. The image provides a glimpse into the working conditions faced by many children during this time. Seated inside a modest interior, the unidentified girl is engrossed in her task, showcasing both her determination and resilience. Her small hands delicately maneuver through the intricate patterns of lace, highlighting the skill required for such work. Yet behind her focused expression lies an undeniable innocence that should be reserved for childhood play rather than labor. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the hardships endured by those living in poverty-stricken areas like Manhattan's North Side. It exposes the exploitation of young individuals who were forced to contribute to their family's income at an early age instead of receiving proper education and care. Lewis Hine was renowned for his documentation of child labor across America, using his camera as a tool for social reform. His photographs shed light on these injustices and played a crucial role in advocating for improved working conditions and protective legislation. As we observe this haunting image from 1924, let us remember the countless children whose lives were affected by child labor during this era. May their stories continue to inspire efforts towards creating a more equitable society where every child can enjoy their right to education and childhood free from exploitation.
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