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HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. Piecework labor in a New York City tenement, 1912
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HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. Piecework labor in a New York City tenement, 1912
HOME INDUSTRY, 1912.
Piecework labor in a New York City tenement, 1912
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1912 Busy Child Labor Family Hine Home Industry Immigrant Lewis Manhattan Manufacture Piecework Poor Room Tenement Wickes Working Class
Home Industry, 1912 - A Glimpse into the Struggles of Piecework Labor in a New York City Tenement
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph takes us back to the year 1912, offering a poignant snapshot of life within the crowded tenements of Manhattan. The image showcases an intimate scene inside a humble home where multiple generations are engaged in piecework labor. Immigrant families, striving for survival and prosperity in America, found themselves immersed in this bustling world. In this particular frame, we witness a young boy diligently working alongside his family members. His small hands are occupied with tasks beyond his years as he contributes to their meager income. The room is filled with women hunched over sewing machines, skillfully stitching garments under dim lighting conditions. Their faces reflect determination mixed with weariness from long hours spent at work. The cramped living space serves as both dwelling and workshop for these hardworking individuals who form part of the city's working class fabric. This powerful visual encapsulates the harsh realities faced by those residing in overcrowded tenements during this era. Photographer Lewis Hine masterfully captures not only their physical surroundings but also conveys the resilience and strength that defined these immigrant communities striving for better lives against all odds. As we gaze upon this evocative print from Granger Art on Demand, let it serve as a reminder of how far society has come since then while acknowledging that there is still much work to be done to ensure fair treatment and opportunities
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