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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1912. A young cotton mill worker injured by a piece of machinery
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1912.
A young cotton mill worker injured by a piece of machinery that fell on his foot causing him to land on the spinning machine which crushed and tore out his two middle fingers. There was no protective gear used at the cotton mill in Bessemer City, North Carolina. Photograph by Lewis Hine, October 1912
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Media ID 12318501
1912 Accident Adolescent Bandage Bessemer Child Labor Cotton Edmund Finger Giles Hand Hine Industry Injured Lewis Mill North Carolina October Poverty Spinner Textile Mill Wickes Working Class Young Southeast Unidentified
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This powerful image, "HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1912" from The Granger Collection, captures the harsh realities of the past. Witness the poignant moment of a young cotton mill worker, injured by a falling machine piece, as he lands on the spinning machine, crushed by the relentless machinery of industry. Our high-quality Metal Prints not only preserve this important historical photograph but also add a contemporary and stylish touch to your space. Each print is meticulously printed on aluminum sheets using dye-sublimation technology, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Relive the past with a modern twist and make a statement with this evocative piece from Media Storehouse.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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.
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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1912. A haunting portrait of a young cotton mill worker in Bessemer City, North Carolina, captures the harsh reality of child labor during the early 20th century. In this gripping image by Lewis Hine from October 1912, we witness the devastating consequences of industrialization on innocent lives. The photograph reveals a boy named Edmund Giles, his hand bandaged and his face etched with pain. The story behind his injuries is heart-wrenching - a piece of machinery fell on his foot while he was working at the textile mill. As he desperately tried to regain balance, tragedy struck when he landed on a spinning machine that mercilessly crushed and tore out two of his middle fingers. What makes this image even more distressing is the absence of any protective gear or safety measures in place at the cotton mill. It serves as a stark reminder of how vulnerable these young workers were to life-altering accidents within an unforgiving industry. Lewis Hine's powerful photography played an instrumental role in exposing child labor abuses and advocating for change during this era. Through his lens, we are confronted with the undeniable truth about poverty-stricken children forced into backbreaking work instead of enjoying their childhoods. This poignant print serves as both a historical artifact and a call to action against exploitation and injustice – reminding us never to forget those who suffered in pursuit of progress.
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