Fine Art Print : A little spinner in Globe Cotton Mill. Augusta, Ga
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A little spinner in Globe Cotton Mill. Augusta, Ga
A little spinner in Globe Cotton Mill. Augusta, Ga. The overseer admitted she was regularly employed. Location: Augusta, Georgia. Date 1909 January
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Admitted Augusta Cotton Employed Georgia Globe Labour Manual Mill Overseer Poverty Regularly Spinner
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of Augusta, Georgia in 1909. Witness the daily life of a dedicated spinner at work in the historic Globe Cotton Mill. The oversized wheel spins with purpose, a testament to the industry and perseverance of the era. Add this beautifully detailed, rights managed print to your home or office to inspire creativity, focus, and a deeper appreciation for the rich history of textile manufacturing. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your present.
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 evocative photograph captures the image of a young girl, perhaps no more than eight or nine years old, intently focusing on her task as a spinner in the Globe Cotton Mill of Augusta, Georgia, in 1909. The mill, located in the heart of the American South, was a significant contributor to the region's cotton industry, which relied heavily on manual labor provided by children like this little girl. The oversight of child labor was a common practice during this era, and the girl in the photograph is shown to be regularly employed, as admitted by the mill overseer. The grim reality of poverty and the necessity for work are etched on her young face, as she sits hunched over her spinning wheel, her small hands moving deftly to create thread from raw cotton. The scene is a stark reminder of the harsh labor conditions that existed in the United States during the early 20th century, particularly in the textile industry. The image also highlights the plight of child laborers, who were often exploited and subjected to long hours, low wages, and dangerous working conditions. Despite the progress made in labor laws and child welfare policies since this photograph was taken over a century ago, it serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of advocating for the rights and well-being of children, especially those who are most vulnerable and marginalized in society.
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