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Metal Print : JUVENILE COURT, 1910. A small boy and habitual truant, at a juvenile court in St. Louis, Missouri. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1910
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JUVENILE COURT, 1910. A small boy and habitual truant, at a juvenile court in St. Louis, Missouri. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1910
JUVENILE COURT, 1910.
A small boy and habitual truant, at a juvenile court in St. Louis, Missouri. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1910
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Media ID 6216997
1910 Child Court Court Room Hine Judge L Aw Lewis Louis Missouri Punishment Saint Wickes Young Truant
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Print of a pivotal moment in history. This vintage photograph, taken by Lewis Hine in 1910, captures the stark reality of a juvenile court in St. Louis, Missouri. Witness the intense gaze of a small, habitual truant as he stands before the judge. This powerful image is part of The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand and is now available as a Metal Print, adding a unique, contemporary twist to this historical piece. Preserve this poignant moment in time and elevate your home or office decor with our premium Metal Print.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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 photograph captures a poignant moment in the history of juvenile justice. Taken by Lewis Hine in 1910, it showcases a small boy who is labeled as a habitual truant, standing before a judge at the Juvenile Court in St. Louis, Missouri. The image exudes an air of solemnity and gravity as we witness this young child facing the consequences of his actions. The sepia tones add to the vintage feel, transporting us back to an era where discipline was sternly enforced. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see not only the physical setting of the court room but also glimpse into the lives affected by its decisions. A woman stands beside him - perhaps his guardian or social worker - her presence highlighting both support and concern for this troubled youth. Lewis Hine's skillful composition allows us to reflect on society's approach towards delinquent children during that period. It serves as a reminder that even then, efforts were being made to address their behavior through specialized courts like these. As we observe this powerful image from over a century ago, it prompts us to consider how far our understanding and treatment of juvenile offenders has come since then. It reminds us that every child deserves compassion and guidance rather than simply punishment alone.
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