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HOME INDUSTRY, 1900. An immigrant family doing garment piecework in their New York
HOME INDUSTRY, 1900.
An immigrant family doing garment piecework in their New York City tenement home on the Lower East Side, c1900
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Media ID 12317840
1890s 1900 1900s Decade Busy Child Labor Daughter Domestic Downtown Family Father Garment Home Industry Ironing Lower East Side Manufacture Mother Piecework Poverty Room Sewing Sewing Machine Tenement Working Class
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating photographic print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "HOME INDUSTRY, 1900" by 140_1634011 from Granger Art on Demand. Witness the powerful story of an immigrant family as they work tirelessly on garment piecework in their New York City tenement home on the Lower East Side. This mesmerizing piece captures a moment in history, transporting you back to a time of resilience, determination, and the pursuit of the American Dream. Bring this inspiring image into your home or office as a reminder of the rich tapestry of our past and the enduring spirit of humanity.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 31.4cm x 21.2cm (12.4" x 8.3")
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.
HOME INDUSTRY, 1900 - A Glimpse into the Lives of Immigrant Garment Workers
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photograph captures a moment frozen in time - an immigrant family toiling away in their cramped New York City tenement home. It is the turn of the century, and this Lower East Side dwelling serves as both a sanctuary and a factory for these hardworking individuals. In this bustling scene, we see men, women, and even children engrossed in their labor-intensive piecework. The father sits hunched over an ironing board, meticulously pressing garments with care. The mother skillfully operates a sewing machine nearby while her daughter assists her diligently. Their faces bear traces of exhaustion mixed with determination as they strive to make ends meet. The room itself exudes an air of domesticity amidst poverty; it is cluttered yet functional, serving as both living space and workplace. This image encapsulates the struggles faced by working-class families during this era - long hours spent manufacturing clothing under challenging conditions for meager wages. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, let us remember the countless immigrant families who sacrificed comfort and security to pursue better lives for themselves and future generations. Their resilience paved the way for progress within America's garment industry while shedding light on issues such as child labor that needed urgent attention. This print from Granger Art on Demand offers us a glimpse into a bygone era when home industries were prevalent among marginalized communities striving to carve out
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