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HOME INDUSTRY, 1910. A family shelling nuts in a tenement home in New York City
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HOME INDUSTRY, 1910. A family shelling nuts in a tenement home in New York City
HOME INDUSTRY, 1910.
A family shelling nuts in a tenement home in New York City. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1910
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1910 Baby Brother Busy Child Labor Daughter Family Hine Home Industry Lewis Mother Northeast Piecework Poverty Room Sister Table Tenement Wickes Working Class
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This photograph, titled "HOME INDUSTRY, 1910" transports us back in time to a tenement home in New York City. The image captures a poignant scene of a hardworking family engaged in the laborious task of shelling nuts. Taken by Lewis Hine in 1910, this snapshot offers a glimpse into the daily life of an American working-class family at the turn of the century. In this crowded room, we see a mother and father diligently working alongside their children. The worn-out table serves as their workspace, covered with piles of nuts waiting to be shelled. A baby rests peacefully nearby while his older siblings contribute to the family's piecework efforts. The expressions on their faces reveal both determination and weariness as they navigate through poverty-stricken circumstances. The photograph not only documents an intimate moment within this tenement home but also sheds light on child labor practices prevalent during that era. It serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges faced by families striving for survival amidst economic hardship. Lewis Hine's skillful composition allows us to witness firsthand the resilience and unity within this household despite their difficult circumstances. This image stands as a testament to the strength and perseverance exhibited by countless families throughout America's history – those who worked tirelessly behind closed doors to provide for themselves and create opportunities for future generations.
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