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Fine Art Print : Children working in spinning shed, 1910
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Children working in spinning shed, 1910
Children and overseer at work in the spinning shed of an American cotton mill, 1910. At this date the use of child labor was widespread in US factories and in the South one quarter of the hands were under sixteen
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Media ID 9699021
© Universal History Archive
American Culture Automatic Childhood Control Effort Exploitation Factory Girls Industry Manufacture Manufacturing Mid Adult Women Two People Weaving Working Manufacturing Equipment Spinning Wheel
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a poignant image from Universal Images Group (UIG). This captivating photograph transports us to an American cotton mill in 1910, where children and an overseer are hard at work in the spinning shed. Witness the raw authenticity of this historical moment, as the innocence of childhood intertwines with the harsh realities of the industrial revolution. A must-have for history enthusiasts, educators, and art collectors alike, this Fine Art Print is a powerful reminder of the past and a testament to the human spirit.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a haunting glimpse into the harsh realities of early 20th-century American industry. In the frame, we see children toiling away in a spinning shed of an American cotton mill in 1910. The image serves as a stark reminder that child labor was once widespread in US factories, with one quarter of workers under sixteen years old. The full-length shot showcases the immense effort these young souls put into their work, standing amidst rows of manufacturing equipment. Their presence highlights the exploitation that marred this era's history, where innocent childhoods were sacrificed for profit-driven production. An overseer looms over them, symbolizing the control exerted by those who benefited from this system. The automatic spinning wheel stands as a testament to technological advancements driving industrialization at the expense of human welfare. This photograph offers us a window into an important chapter in American culture and serves as a poignant reminder of our past sins. It compels us to reflect on how far we have come since then and underscores the importance of protecting and cherishing every child's right to education and freedom from exploitation
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