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Canvas Print : Young coal miner at Turkey Knob Mine, West Virginia. 1908 (coloured photo)
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Young coal miner at Turkey Knob Mine, West Virginia. 1908 (coloured photo)
7286994 Young coal miner at Turkey Knob Mine, West Virginia. 1908 (coloured photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lewis Wickes Hine (1874 - 1940) was an American sociologist and muckraker photographer. His photographs were instrumental in bringing about the passage of the first child labor laws in the United States.); Prismatic Pictures
Media ID 26122708
© Prismatic Pictures / Bridgeman Images
1900 1909 Fashion 1900s Fashion Child Exploitation Child Labor Child Labour Childrens Work Coal Employee Employment Getting Work Hine Lewis Wickes 1874 1940 Mine Pit Miner Miners Sociologist Sociology Staff Wickes Lewis Hine America Continent Laborer Labourer Photography Art Tradesman Tradesmen
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating Canvas Print of a young coal miner at work in the Turkey Knob Mine, West Virginia, 1908. This vintage, coloured photograph by Lewis Wickes Hine from Bridgeman Images transports you to an era of hard labor and resilience. Bring the history and nostalgia of early 20th-century coal mining into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. Each print is carefully crafted with attention to detail and vibrant colours, ensuring a beautiful and lasting addition to your decor. Order yours today and relive history in a whole new way.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This coloured photo, taken by Lewis Wickes Hine in 1908, transports us back to a significant moment in American history. The image features a young coal miner at Turkey Knob Mine in West Virginia, capturing the harsh reality of child labor during the early 20th century. Hine's photographs played a crucial role in exposing the plight of child workers and ultimately led to the passage of important child labor laws in the United States. This particular image serves as a powerful reminder of the exploitation and hardships faced by children who were forced into dangerous and grueling work at such tender ages. The vibrant colours bring an unexpected element to this historical snapshot, contrasting with the somber subject matter. The boy's youthful face is juxtaposed against his worn-out clothing and soot-covered hands, highlighting both his innocence and resilience amidst challenging circumstances. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported to an era where childhood was sacrificed for economic gain. It serves as a poignant reminder that progress often comes at great cost and prompts us to reflect on how far society has come since then. Through Hine's lens, we witness not only one young miner but also countless others whose stories may have otherwise been forgotten. Their struggles continue to resonate today as we strive towards creating a more just world for future generations.
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