Untitled 1910

Lewis Hine's 1910 photograph "Untitled" is a poignant example of his social documentary work. The image captures a worker in a dimly lit factory, washing his hands in a trough. The man's bare torso and the worn state of his clothing highlight the grueling nature of industrial labor. Hine's use of stark contrast and direct gaze imbues the image with a sense of realism and social commentary, emphasizing the harsh realities faced by working-class individuals during the early 20th century. This photograph, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a testament to Hine's commitment to documenting the human cost of industrialization.