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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911. A bobbin boy in the spinning room of a textile mill in Chicopee
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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911. A bobbin boy in the spinning room of a textile mill in Chicopee
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911.
A bobbin boy in the spinning room of a textile mill in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Photograph by Lewis Hine, November 1911
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1911 Adolescent Bobbin Child Child Labor Cotton Denim Factory Hine Lewis Machinery Massachusetts Overalls Spinner Spinning Spool Textile Textile Mill Thread Wickes Working Class Young
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HINE - CHILD LABOR, 1911. A Glimpse into the Harsh Reality of Industrial America
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. This poignant photograph captures a haunting scene from the heart of early 20th century industrialization in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Taken by Lewis Hine in November 1911, it reveals the life of an adolescent bobbin boy toiling away in the spinning room of a textile mill. The young boy stands tall amidst rows of whirring machinery, his small frame engulfed by towering spools and threads. Dressed in worn overalls and wearing a cap that barely conceals his exhaustion, he epitomizes the faceless working class that fueled America's rapid economic growth during this era. Sepia tones lend an air of nostalgia to this image while simultaneously emphasizing its historical significance. It serves as a stark reminder of the hardships endured by countless children who were forced into labor at such tender ages. Intricate details reveal not only their physical labor but also their loss of innocence – these children should have been playing outside or attending school instead. The cotton and denim surrounding them symbolize both their contribution to American industry and their stolen childhoods. Lewis Hine's powerful portrait exposes child labor as an urgent social issue demanding attention and reform. Through his lens, he sheds light on the hidden lives behind factory walls, compelling viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about our past. This print from Granger Art on Demand is not just a piece for aesthetic appreciation;
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