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Canvas Print : BOSTON: FISH MARKET, 1909. A boy selling fish at an outdoor market in Boston, Massachusetts
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BOSTON: FISH MARKET, 1909. A boy selling fish at an outdoor market in Boston, Massachusetts
BOSTON: FISH MARKET, 1909.
A boy selling fish at an outdoor market in Boston, Massachusetts. Photograph by Lewis Hine, October 1909
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Media ID 12235334
1909 Adolescent Basket Boston Child Child Labor Commerce Fish Fishmonger Hine Lewis Market Massachusetts New England Northeast October Poor Selling Vendor Wickes Working Class Young Turn Of Century
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Canvas Print of "Boston: Fish Market, 1909" by The Granger Collection. This captivating photograph, taken by Lewis Hine in October 1909, transports you to an outdoor market in Boston, Massachusetts. Witness the vibrant energy of the bustling marketplace as a young boy proudly displays his fresh catch. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring the rich history and detail of this iconic image to your home or office, making it a stunning addition to any decor. Experience the authentic beauty of this timeless moment, expertly reproduced onto canvas for a truly immersive art piece.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
BOSTON - FISH MARKET, 1909. A Glimpse into the Lives of Working-Class Children in Early 20th Century America
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This sepia-toned photograph captures a poignant moment in time at an outdoor fish market in Boston, Massachusetts, back in October 1909. The lens of Lewis Hine, a renowned American photographer known for his documentation of child labor during this era, focuses on a young boy diligently selling fish. With his basket full and determination etched on his face, this adolescent vendor embodies the resilience and resourcefulness that characterized many children from working-class families at the turn of the century. Despite their tender age, these youngsters were often thrust into adult responsibilities to help support their struggling households. The bustling cityscape behind him serves as a backdrop to this snapshot of life in New England's vibrant metropolis. Men haggle over prices while customers peruse the fresh catch displayed before them. This scene reflects not only the commerce and industry that defined Boston but also sheds light on the harsh realities faced by those living within its boundaries. Hine's powerful photograph reminds us of how far society has come since then – with laws protecting children from exploitative labor practices – yet it also serves as a reminder to appreciate our progress while acknowledging our history. Through this image captured over a century ago, we are given an opportunity to reflect upon the lives of those who came before us and recognize their contributions towards building a better future for generations to come.
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