Home > Arts > Artists > H > Lewis Hine
HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. A woman carrying a bundle of clothing for home-work
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Granger
HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. A woman carrying a bundle of clothing for home-work
HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912.
A woman carrying a bundle of clothing for home-work on Lafayette Street in New York City. Photograph by Lewis Hine, February 1912
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 12571533
1912 Carrying Downtown Fabric February Garment Hine Home Industry Lewis Lower East Side Pedestrian Piecework Sidewalk Street Scene Walking Wickes Working Class
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> Lewis Hine
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> Lewis Hines
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Still life paintings
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Textile fabric artworks
> Arts
> Portraits
> Pop art gallery
> Street art portraits
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Still life paintings
> Arts
> Street art graffiti
> Still life
> Still life artwork
> Granger Art on Demand
> U.S. Cities
> Granger Art on Demand
> What's New
> North America
> United States of America
> New York
> New York
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken by Lewis Hine in February 1912, transports us back to the bustling streets of early 20th century New York City. The image captures a moment in time on Lafayette Street, where a determined woman walks briskly along the sidewalk carrying a bundle of clothing for her home-work. As she navigates through the crowded street scene, we catch a glimpse of daily life in this vibrant city. The sepia-toned print beautifully showcases the contrast between the woman's delicate garment bundle and the gritty urban backdrop. Her presence amidst the chaos speaks volumes about her role as an essential worker within the working class community of Lower East Side. Hine's lens provides us with a window into an era when piecework was prevalent and home industry played a significant role in supporting families. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both resilience and struggle during turn-of-the-century America. Displayed proudly by The Granger Collection, this historical artifact invites viewers to reflect upon our shared past while acknowledging how far we have come since then. It is not just another picture but rather an embodiment of human determination and perseverance that continues to inspire generations today.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
