Untitled 1911

Lewis Hine's "Untitled" from 1911 captures a poignant moment of industrial life. The photograph depicts a makeshift platform suspended from a building, likely used to transport goods, highlighting the dangerous working conditions of the time. The image's stark black and white composition and the figures' stoic postures evoke a sense of hardship and emphasize the theme of labor in Hine's work, which aimed to expose social injustices and advocate for workers' rights. The Minneapolis Institute of Art houses this small yet impactful photograph, offering a glimpse into the social and economic realities of early 20th-century America.