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Poster Print : HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911. A bobbin boy in the spinning room of a textile mill in Chicopee
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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911. A bobbin boy in the spinning room of a textile mill in Chicopee
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911.
A bobbin boy in the spinning room of a textile mill in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Photograph by Lewis Hine, November 1911
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Media ID 12318355
1911 Adolescent Bobbin Child Child Labor Cotton Denim Factory Hine Lewis Machinery Massachusetts Overalls Spinner Spinning Spool Textile Textile Mill Thread Wickes Working Class Young
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the powerful image "HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911" by The Granger Collection. This evocative photograph, taken by renowned social reformer Lewis Hine, captures the reality of child labor in the textile industry. The young "bobbin boy" in this image, working in the spinning room of a mill in Chicopee, Massachusetts, is a poignant reminder of the past. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding depth and character to any room, and make thought-provoking conversation starters. Order now to bring this important piece of history into your home or office.
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.
HINE - CHILD LABOR, 1911. A Glimpse into the Harsh Reality of Industrial America
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photograph captures a haunting scene from the heart of early 20th century industrialization in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Taken by Lewis Hine in November 1911, it reveals the life of an adolescent bobbin boy toiling away in the spinning room of a textile mill. The young boy stands tall amidst rows of whirring machinery, his small frame engulfed by towering spools and threads. Dressed in worn overalls and wearing a cap that barely conceals his exhaustion, he epitomizes the faceless working class that fueled America's rapid economic growth during this era. Sepia tones lend an air of nostalgia to this image while simultaneously emphasizing its historical significance. It serves as a stark reminder of the hardships endured by countless children who were forced into labor at such tender ages. Intricate details reveal not only their physical labor but also their loss of innocence – these children should have been playing outside or attending school instead. The cotton and denim surrounding them symbolize both their contribution to American industry and their stolen childhoods. Lewis Hine's powerful portrait exposes child labor as an urgent social issue demanding attention and reform. Through his lens, he sheds light on the hidden lives behind factory walls, compelling viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about our past. This print from Granger Art on Demand is not just a piece for aesthetic appreciation;
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