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Metal Print : HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913. A young oyster shucker at the Varn & Platt Canning Co
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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913. A young oyster shucker at the Varn & Platt Canning Co
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913.
A young oyster shucker at the Varn & Platt Canning Co. in Bluffton, South Carolina. Photograph by Lewis Hine, February 1913
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Media ID 12318403
1913 Adolescent Cannery Canning Child Child Labor February Hine Lewis Marine Oyster Picker Poor Shell Shucker South Carolina Wickes Working Class Young Southeast Unidentified
20"x24" (61x51cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the iconic image "HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913" by Lewis Hine. This powerful photograph captures the poignant moment of a young oyster shucker at work in Bluffton, South Carolina, as part of the Varn & Platt Canning Company's labor force. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted with vibrant colors and exceptional detail, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting display. Relive the past and spark important conversations with this captivating piece of American history.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 60.9cm (20" x 24")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 61.5cm (20.2" x 24.2")
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.
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of child labor in early 20th century America. Taken by Lewis Hine in February 1913, it depicts a young oyster shucker at the Varn & Platt Canning Co. in Bluffton, South Carolina. The image shows a boy standing amidst piles of mud and shells, his face worn with exhaustion and poverty. His small frame is hunched over as he diligently works to separate oysters from their shells. The sepia tones add an air of melancholy to the portrait, emphasizing the difficult conditions under which this young worker labors. Hine's photography was instrumental in exposing the plight of child laborers during this time period. Through his lens, he aimed to shed light on the exploitation faced by countless children across America's working class. This particular photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by those trapped within these industries. It speaks volumes about societal inequality and highlights the urgent need for reform. As we look upon this image today, we are reminded that progress has been made since then but also that there is still work to be done to ensure all children have access to education and opportunities free from exploitation or hardship.
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