Framed Print : Child labour in a printing shop
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Child labour in a printing shop
Printers devil in France using child labour
1841
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Media ID 7110631
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1841 Conditions Devil Labour Printer Printing Worker
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this poignant image of "Printer's Devil in France Using Child Labour," 1841, from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph offers a glimpse into the past, shedding light on historical child labor practices in the printing industry. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve and enhance the image's rich detail and authenticity. Bring this thought-provoking piece into your home or office to spark conversation and inspire reflection on the past and its impact on the present. Order yours today and join the ongoing narrative of history.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
"This evocative image captures the harsh realities of child labor in the 19th century printing industry, specifically in France during the year 1841. The young boy in the photograph, dressed in tattered clothes and with a solemn expression on his face, is hard at work as a 'Printer's Devil.' This term was used to describe apprentice printers, but it also came to symbolize the arduous and often inhumane conditions endured by child laborers in the printing trade. The boy's small size is evident as he stands next to the large printing press, his hands barely reaching the controls. His face is smeared with ink, and his eyes are focused intently on the task at hand, revealing the long hours and intense concentration required of him. The dimly lit room further emphasizes the harsh working conditions, with the only sources of light coming from the candles placed on the table. Despite the widespread use of child labor in the printing industry during this time, it was not until the second half of the 19th century that laws began to be enacted to regulate and limit the employment of children in factories and workshops. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by young workers during the Industrial Revolution and the long-term impact it had on their lives." This image is a powerful testament to the historical use of child labor in the printing industry during the 19th century in France. The young boy's expression and working conditions highlight the long hours, harsh environments, and physical demands that were commonplace for child laborers during this time. This photograph provides a glimpse into the past and sheds light on the importance of recognizing and addressing the exploitation of child labor in all industries.
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