Home > Arts > Artists > H > Lewis Hine
HOME INDUSTRY, c1911. A family shelling nuts while the father sits idly, in a New
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Granger
HOME INDUSTRY, c1911. A family shelling nuts while the father sits idly, in a New
HOME INDUSTRY, c1911.
A family shelling nuts while the father sits idly, in a New York City tenement. Photograph by Lewis Hine, c1911
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 12226862
1911 Brother Busy Child Child Labor Daughter Family Father Hine Home Industry Immigrant Lewis Mother New York Poverty Rocking Chair Shell Sister Table Tenement Wickes Working Class Young
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> Lewis Hine
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> Lewis Hines
> Granger Art on Demand
> American History
> North America
> United States of America
> New York
> New York
> Related Images
Home Industry, c1911 - A Glimpse into the Struggles of a New York City Tenement
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photograph captures a snapshot of early 20th-century life in a New York City tenement. Taken by Lewis Hine in 1911, it portrays an immigrant family engaged in their home industry - shelling nuts. The worn-out interior reveals the harsh reality of poverty that many working-class families faced during this time. In the center of the frame, we see a mother diligently working alongside her young daughter and son at a wooden table piled high with nuts. Their faces reflect determination as they focus on their task. Meanwhile, seated idly on a rocking chair is the father, his presence suggesting perhaps exhaustion or unemployment. The image speaks volumes about societal roles and gender dynamics prevalent at that time. While women and children toil away to make ends meet, men are often depicted as idle or disengaged from domestic responsibilities. Lewis Hine's lens not only documents but also raises awareness about child labor within impoverished communities. This particular photo serves as evidence of young ones being thrust into work at an early age instead of enjoying their childhood innocence. As we gaze upon this historical artifact today, it reminds us to appreciate how far society has come in terms of workers' rights and social welfare reforms while acknowledging that there is still work to be done for those who continue to face similar struggles around the world.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
