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Poster Print : CHILD LABOR, 1909. Child laborers cutting string beans at a packing factory in Baltimore

CHILD LABOR, 1909. Child laborers cutting string beans at a packing factory in Baltimore




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CHILD LABOR, 1909. Child laborers cutting string beans at a packing factory in Baltimore

CHILD LABOR, 1909.
Child laborers cutting string beans at a packing factory in Baltimore, Maryland. Photographed in 1909 by Lewis W. Hine

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Media ID 12318156

1909 Baltimore Bean Bench Cannery Canning Child Labor Conveyor Belt Cutting Factory Hine Lewis Packing Poor String Vegetable Wickes Working Class


18x24 inch Poster Print

Step back in time with our poignant and powerful Media Storehouse Poster Print of 'Child Labor, 1909.' Captured by renowned photographer Lewis W. Hine, this image depicts a poignant moment from history, showing child laborers diligently cutting string beans at a packing factory in Baltimore, Maryland. This historic photograph is a stark reminder of the past and a testament to the progress made in labor laws and child welfare. Bring this important piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality poster print. Each print is produced using archival inks and premium paper to ensure lasting vibrancy and clarity. Order now and add a touch of historical significance to your space.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
Captured in the heart of Baltimore's industrial era, this poignant photograph from 1909 exposes the harsh reality of child labor. In a bustling packing factory, young boys and girls are seen diligently cutting string beans under grueling conditions. The image, taken by Lewis W. Hine, serves as a powerful reminder of the hardships faced by working-class families during the turn of the century. The scene unfolds within an interior filled with boxes and cans, highlighting the overwhelming demand for canned vegetables at that time. A conveyor belt snakes through the space, symbolizing both progress and exploitation as it carries endless loads of produce to be processed. Despite their tender age, these children are forced into manual labor on wooden benches; their worn-out caps serving as badges of poverty. Hine's lens captures not only their physical toil but also reveals a glimpse into their lost childhoods. Their innocent faces bear expressions beyond their years – a mix of determination and resignation that speaks volumes about societal injustice. This photograph is part of Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection - an invaluable historical archive shedding light on America's past struggles. It serves as a stark reminder that child labor was once rampant in our nation’s factories and calls us to reflect upon how far we have come in protecting our most vulnerable citizens.

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