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HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. A mother and her daughter working on embroidery in their
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HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. A mother and her daughter working on embroidery in their
HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912.
A mother and her daughter working on embroidery in their tenement home in New York City, New York. Photograph by Lewis Wickes Hine, November 1912
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1912 Bedroom Busy Child Labor Daughter Downtown Embroidery Family Hine Home Home Industry Lewis Lower East Side Mother New York New York City November Sewing Sitting Tenement Wickes Working Working Class Crochet
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This photograph from 1912 takes us back in time to the bustling tenement homes of New York City's Lower East Side. In this intimate scene, a mother and her young daughter are engrossed in their embroidery work, showcasing the industrious spirit that defined many working-class families during this era. The sepia-toned image captures the essence of early 20th-century America, with its modest bedroom setting and simple yet essential tools of their trade. The room is filled with an air of concentration as both mother and daughter sit side by side, diligently stitching intricate patterns onto fabric. Lewis Wickes Hine masterfully captures not only the physical labor but also the bond between generations as they engage in this shared activity. The girl's eyes sparkle with curiosity and determination while her mother guides her hands expertly through each stitch. It is a poignant reminder of how skills were passed down within families, ensuring survival amidst challenging circumstances. Beyond its artistic value, this photograph serves as a powerful historical document shedding light on child labor practices prevalent at that time. While it portrays a tender moment between mother and daughter, it also prompts reflection on societal conditions that forced children into contributing to family incomes at such young ages. Through Granger Art on Demand's print reproduction, we can now appreciate Hine's remarkable ability to capture both beauty and social realities within a single frame. This photo transports us back to an era when home industries thrived amidst cramped living spaces—a testament to human resilience against adversity.
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