Framed Print : Working Conditions
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Working Conditions
Child labour in England : a government inspector visits a factory where children are employed
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Media ID 573702
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1881 Conditions Employed Inspector Labour Visits
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "Working Conditions" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This powerful image captures the stark reality of child labor in England during the Industrial Revolution. Witness the poignant moment as a government inspector examines the working conditions of young children in a factory. Our high-quality framed print brings history to life, making it an essential piece for any home or office. The intricate details of the photograph are beautifully preserved, allowing you to fully appreciate the emotion and importance of this historical moment. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. 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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of truth as a government inspector enters a factory in England during the late 19th century, where children were employed in harsh working conditions. The year was 1881, and the use of child labor was a contentious issue that had sparked widespread public outrage. The industrial revolution had brought about significant economic growth, but at a great cost to the young workers. The image shows the inspector, dressed in formal attire and carrying a clipboard, pausing at the factory entrance. His stern expression conveys a sense of determination and duty. Behind him, a crowd of curious onlookers gathers, their faces etched with concern and anticipation. The factory interior is dimly lit, with children of various ages huddled around machinery, their expressions weary and focused. The working conditions depicted in this photograph were far from ideal. Children were often subjected to long hours, low wages, and dangerous working environments. Many suffered from respiratory problems, eye damage, and other health issues due to the poor lighting and unhealthy working conditions. The Factory Act of 1833 had set minimum ages for employment and limited the working hours for children, but enforcement was lax, and many factories continued to exploit young workers. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the need for government intervention to protect the rights and welfare of workers, particularly children. It also highlights the importance of social reforms and the role of government inspectors in ensuring that factories complied with labor laws and provided safe and healthy working conditions for their employees.
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