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Photographic Print : Rosie, aged 7, illiterate, working for a second year as an oyster shucker at Varn
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Rosie, aged 7, illiterate, working for a second year as an oyster shucker at Varn
XOS1273769 Rosie, aged 7, illiterate, working for a second year as an oyster shucker at Varn & Platt Canning Company, Bluffton, South Carolina, 1913 (b/w photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lewis Hine was an investigative photographer for the National Child Labor Committee who documented from 1908-1912 the working conditions and exploitation of children in all types of industries. ); American, out of copyright
Media ID 12719597
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10"x10" Photo Print
Experience the poignant storytelling of history through the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, titled "Rosie, aged 7, illiterate, working for a second year as an oyster shucker at Varn" by Lewis Hine, offers a glimpse into the past. Taken in 1913 at the Varn & Platt Canning Company in Bluffton, South Carolina, this black-and-white photograph depicts the determination and resilience of young Rosie, who, despite her age and lack of literacy, was already a seasoned worker in the oyster industry. Add this powerful piece to your collection and bring history to life in your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.4cm x 25.4cm (9.2" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The print captures the haunting reality of Rosie, a seven-year-old girl working as an oyster shucker at Varn & Platt Canning Company in Bluffton, South Carolina in 1913. Illiterate and already into her second year of labor, Rosie's innocent face is juxtaposed against the harshness of her circumstances. Lewis Wickes Hine, an investigative photographer for the National Child Labor Committee, documented the exploitation and working conditions faced by children during this time period. His powerful images aimed to shed light on the plight of young workers across various industries. In this particular photograph, Rosie represents countless children who were forced into labor due to poverty and lack of education. The image serves as a stark reminder of the hardships endured by those trapped in a cycle of industrial poverty. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot from history, it becomes clear that child labor was not only prevalent but also accepted during that era. However, Hine's work played a crucial role in sparking reform movements aimed at protecting vulnerable children from such exploitation. This print serves as both a historical artifact and a call to action against child labor. It reminds us that every child deserves access to education and protection from harmful work environments. Let us remember Rosie's story as we strive towards creating a better future for all children around the world.
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