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HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. A girl carrying several boxes of garment tags on the street in Roxbury
HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912.
A girl carrying several boxes of garment tags on the street in Roxbury, Massachusetts. Photograph by Lewis Wickes Hine, August 1912
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Media ID 12318678
1912 Anonymous August Carrying Child Child Labor Hine Home Industry Lewis Massachusetts Roxbury Wagon Wheel Wickes Working Class
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 16.7cm (9.3" x 6.6")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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This photograph, titled "HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912" captures a poignant moment in American history. Taken by Lewis Wickes Hine in August of that year, the image showcases a young girl carrying several boxes of garment tags on the streets of Roxbury, Massachusetts. The sepia-toned print transports us back to an era when child labor was prevalent and working-class families struggled to make ends meet. The girl's determined expression speaks volumes about her resilience as she navigates the bustling North Street with her heavy load. In this snapshot of early 20th-century America, we witness the harsh realities faced by many children who were forced into labor at a tender age. Their innocence stolen too soon, they became integral cogs in an unforgiving industrial machine. Hine's masterful composition draws our attention to not only the young girl but also the dilapidated surroundings that serve as a backdrop for her daily struggle. The worn-out wagon wheel beside her symbolizes both progress and stagnation—a reminder that while society moved forward technologically, it often left its most vulnerable members behind. As viewers today, we are reminded of how far we have come in terms of workers' rights and child protection laws. This powerful image serves as a testament to those who fought tirelessly for change during this pivotal period in American history. Granger Art on Demand presents this evocative piece from their collection—an enduring reminder of our collective responsibility to protect and nurture future
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