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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911. Young children that shuck oysters and tend to the babies
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911.
Young children that shuck oysters and tend to the babies at the Pass Packing Co. in Christian, Mississippi. Photograph by Lewis Hine, February 1911
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Media ID 12318401
1911 Adolescent Apron Baby Canning Child Labor Children February Hill Hine Industry Lewis Marine Mississippi Mound Oyster Packing Poor Shell Shucker Wickes Working Class Young Southeast
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of child labor through the haunting image of HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911. This Fine Art Print, part of the Media Storehouse collection, captures the poignant moment as young children tend to oysters and babies at the Pass Packing Co. in Christian, Mississippi, as documented by renowned photographer Lewis Hine in February 1911. This powerful photograph is a poignant reminder of the past and a testament to the progress we've made. Bring this piece into your home or office to inspire reflection and conversation. Order your Fine Art Print today from Media Storehouse and add a touch of history to your space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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
This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of child labor in early 20th century America. Taken by Lewis Hine in February 1911, it depicts young children working at the Pass Packing Co. in Christian, Mississippi. In this haunting image, we see a group of boys and girls engaged in backbreaking tasks such as shucking oysters and tending to babies. These innocent faces are burdened with responsibilities far beyond their years, forced into labor instead of enjoying their childhood. The sepia-toned print showcases the stark contrast between the innocence of youth and the harshness of their working conditions. The worn aprons worn by these young workers serve as a visual reminder of their daily struggles within an unforgiving industry. Set against a backdrop of marine life and mounds of shells, this photograph highlights not only the physical toll on these children but also exposes the economic disparities that perpetuated child labor during this time period. It serves as a poignant reminder that poverty often forces even the youngest members of society into exploitative work environments. Lewis Hine's documentation played a crucial role in raising awareness about child labor abuses across America. This photo is part of his larger body of work aimed at exposing social injustices and advocating for change. As we reflect upon this image from over a century ago, let us remember those who fought tirelessly to end child exploitation and continue to strive for equality for all children today.
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