HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. A mother and her young children doing piecework for garments

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HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. A mother and her young children doing piecework for garments

HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912.
A mother and her young children doing piecework for garments, often until 9 P.M. at night in a tenement home in Worcester, Massachusetts. Photograph by Lewis Hine, November 1912

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1912 Adolescent Apartment Apron Brother Busy Child Labor Family Hine Home Industry Lewis Maker Massachusetts Mother Night November Oil Lamp Piecework Room Sister Table Teamwork Tenement Wickes Worcester Working Class Young

EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photograph captured by Lewis Hine in November 1912 takes us back to a tenement home in Worcester, Massachusetts. In this humble abode, we witness a mother and her young children engaged in piecework for garments until late hours of the night, their faces illuminated by the warm glow of an oil lamp. The image portrays the daily struggles faced by working-class families during the turn of the century. The worn-out apron draped around the mother's waist symbolizes her tireless dedication to providing for her family. Her children, both boys and girls alike, diligently assist with their small hands busily sewing and assembling pieces on a cluttered table. Despite their tender age, these adolescent siblings showcase remarkable teamwork as they contribute to their family's livelihood. This snapshot serves as a reminder that child labor was unfortunately prevalent during this era when economic hardships forced even young ones into work. Lewis Hine's sepia-toned photograph captures not only the physical environment but also reveals glimpses of love and resilience within this household. It immortalizes an intimate moment where familial bonds intertwine with survival instincts. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from The Granger Collection, let us reflect on how far society has come since then while acknowledging that there is still much work to be done to ensure every child enjoys a childhood free from such burdensome responsibilities.

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