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SWEATSHOP, 1912. Children are cheaper than grown-ups
SWEATSHOP, 1912.
Children are cheaper than grown-ups. Girls and young women working at their sewing machines in a sweatshop in New York City. Drawing, 1912, by Walter Tittle
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Media ID 12317808
1912 Child Labor Cigar Dress Employee Employer Foreman Garment Hairstyle Maker Making Manhattan Manufacture Poor Seamstress Sewing Sewing Machine Smoker Supervisor Sweatshop Textile Textile Mill Typeface Vest Walter Working Class Tittle
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'Sweatshop, 1912. Children are cheaper than grown-ups' by Walter Tittle from The Granger Collection. This poignant drawing brings to life the harsh realities of the past, depicting young girls and women toiling away in a New York City sweatshop. A powerful and thought-provoking addition to any home or office, this fine art print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Experience the rich details and authenticity of this historical piece, expertly reproduced by Media Storehouse using the highest quality materials and printing techniques. Bring a piece of history into your space today.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 32cm (21" x 12.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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
This powerful print titled "SWEATSHOP, 1912. Children are cheaper than grown-ups" captures the harsh reality of child labor in early 20th century America. The image depicts a group of young girls and women diligently working at their sewing machines in a sweatshop located in New York City. The scene is filled with intensity as these young workers, dressed in simple garments, toil away under the watchful eye of their foreman and supervisor. Their hairstyles reflect the fashion trends of that era, but it is clear that their focus lies solely on meeting production demands rather than personal style. The artist Walter Tittle's detailed illustration transports us back to this time when textile mills were prevalent in Manhattan's North district. Amidst the smoke-filled room, we witness the exploitation of cheap labor by employers who preferred children over adults due to lower wages. This haunting image serves as a reminder of the hardships faced by those from working-class backgrounds during this period. It sheds light on an era where profit often took precedence over fair treatment and basic human rights. Through this photograph, Granger Art on Demand invites us to reflect upon our past and recognize how far we have come in terms of workers' rights and child protection laws. It stands as a testament to the resilience and strength displayed by these young individuals who endured such challenging circumstances for survival.
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