Untitled 1911

"Untitled" (1911) by Lewis Hine captures the harsh realities of child labor in early 20th century America. This poignant photograph, housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, depicts a young boy working at a textile mill, his small hands expertly manipulating the machinery while an older man observes. Hine's photojournalism, characterized by its stark realism, aimed to raise awareness about the plight of children in the workforce and advocate for their rights. The composition emphasizes the boy's youthfulness and vulnerability, making the viewer confront the ethical implications of child labor in the industrial age.