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HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. A woman and son carrying clothing for home-work near
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HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. A woman and son carrying clothing for home-work near
HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912.
A woman and son carrying clothing for home-work near Astor Place in New York City. Photograph by Lewis Hine, February 1912
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1912 Adolescent Astor Place Carrying Child Downtown Fabric February Garment Hine Home Industry Lewis Lower East Side Mother Piecework Sidewalk Storefront Street Scene Walking Wickes Working Class Young
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In this sepia-toned photograph taken by Lewis Hine in February 1912, we are transported back to the bustling streets of New York City. The image captures a poignant moment of daily life as a hardworking woman and her young son navigate the sidewalks near Astor Place. Laden with bundles of clothing for their home-based work, they embody the spirit of resilience and determination that defined working-class families during this era. The lower East Side serves as the backdrop for this snapshot in time, showcasing an early 20th-century cityscape filled with storefronts and busy street scenes. As we peer into their lives, we catch a glimpse of the garment industry's influence on these individuals' livelihoods. Piecework was common during this period, allowing women like our protagonist to contribute to their family's income while caring for their children. Lewis Hine's masterful composition not only documents but also humanizes these anonymous workers who played an integral role in shaping America at the turn of the century. Through his lens, he invites us to reflect upon the challenges faced by those living on society's fringes. This evocative print from The Granger Collection offers us a window into history—a testament to both individual strength and collective struggle within American society. It reminds us that behind every piece of fabric lies countless stories waiting to be told; stories woven together by hardworking women like our subject and her determined son.
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