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Fine Art Print : BROOKLYN NEWSBOY, 1909. Twelve-year old illiterate boy working through the night
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BROOKLYN NEWSBOY, 1909. Twelve-year old illiterate boy working through the night
BROOKLYN NEWSBOY, 1909.
Twelve-year old illiterate boy working through the night selling newspapers in the subways of Brooklyn, New York. Photograph by Lewis Hine, February 1909
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 12344765
1909 Adolescent Brooklyn Child Child Labor Commerce Hine Lewis Newsboy Newspaper Overcoat Smiling Stoop Storefront Vendor Wickes Working Class Young Illiteracy Turn Of Century
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of "Brooklyn Newsboy, 1909" by Lewis Hine. This powerful photograph captures the determination and resilience of a twelve-year-old boy, working late into the night to sell newspapers in the subways of Brooklyn. As an illiterate child, he relied on his spirit and hustle to survive. This timeless image, taken from The Granger Collection, is a poignant reminder of the past and a testament to human perseverance. Bring this piece into your home or office to inspire and ignite conversation.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 35.7cm x 50.8cm (14.1" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "BROOKLYN NEWSBOY, 1909" takes us back in time to the bustling streets of Brooklyn over a century ago. In this image captured by Lewis Hine in February 1909, we see a twelve-year-old boy standing proudly on a stoop, donning an oversized cap and an overcoat that seems too big for his small frame. Despite his young age and illiteracy, this determined child works tirelessly through the night selling newspapers in the subways of Brooklyn. His smile hints at a resilience beyond his years as he navigates the challenges of being part of the working class during turn-of-the-century America. Hine's sepia-toned portrait not only showcases this adolescent newsboy but also provides us with a glimpse into the social issues prevalent at that time. Child labor was unfortunately common during this era, highlighting both economic struggles faced by families and societal gaps in education. As we admire this poignant image from The Granger Collection, let it serve as a reminder of how far society has come since then. It is through photographs like these that we can reflect upon our history and appreciate the progress made towards ensuring better opportunities for children today.
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