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Canvas Print : SCHOOL CHILDREN, 1914. A group of children attending a mill school at Barker Cotton
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SCHOOL CHILDREN, 1914. A group of children attending a mill school at Barker Cotton
SCHOOL CHILDREN, 1914.
A group of children attending a mill school at Barker Cotton Mills in Mobile, Alabama. Photograph by Lewis Hine, October 1914
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Media ID 12237445
1914 Adolescent Alabama Barefoot Barker Children Cotton Education Hine Lewis Literacy Mobile October Porch Poverty Schoolboy Schoolgirl Schoolhouse Schoolteacher Textile Mill Wickes Young Southeast
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring a piece of history into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "School Children, 1914" by The Granger Collection. This captivating photograph, taken by Lewis Hine in October 1914, showcases a group of children attending a mill school at Barker Cotton Mills in Mobile, Alabama. With their bright eyes and determined expressions, these children embody the spirit of perseverance and the importance of education. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and authentic tones of this timeless image. Add this inspiring piece to your collection and let it serve as a reminder of the power of education and the resilience of the human spirit.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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
SCHOOL CHILDREN, 1914: A Glimpse into Education and Poverty in Early 20th Century Alabama This photograph captures a group of school children attending the mill school at Barker Cotton Mills in Mobile, Alabama. Taken by renowned photographer Lewis Hine in October 1914, this image offers a poignant snapshot of American adolescence during a time marked by poverty and limited access to education. In this sepia-toned portrait, we see boys and girls standing on the porch of their modest schoolhouse. Some barefooted, they represent the working-class families whose livelihoods were tied to the cotton industry prevalent in the Southeast region. Despite their challenging circumstances, these young faces exude resilience and hope for a brighter future through education. Lewis Hine's lens not only documents these children but also sheds light on the importance of literacy during an era when educational opportunities were scarce for many. The presence of a dedicated schoolteacher further emphasizes the significance placed on learning despite prevailing hardships. As we gaze upon this historical print from The Granger Collection, we are reminded that it is through images like these that our understanding of past struggles deepens. This photograph serves as both a testament to human strength amidst adversity and an invitation to reflect upon how far we have come in providing quality education for all.
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