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Dimensions height 126 mm, width 177 mm
Lewis Hine captured this photograph, "Girl Carrying Homework thro Greenwich Village," using gelatin silver print. Hine was known for his powerful images documenting social issues, particularly those affecting children during the early 20th century. This image is more than just a street scene; it's a glimpse into the life of a young girl, burdened by what we can assume is piecework from a garment factory. Child labor was rampant during this period, with many immigrant families relying on their children's labor to survive. The weight of the girl’s load mirrors the responsibilities and hardships placed upon her. Hine’s photographs were instrumental in bringing about child labor reforms. His images evoke empathy, prompting viewers to confront the harsh realities faced by children like the girl in this photograph. It serves as a reminder of the human cost of industrial progress and the ongoing struggle for social justice.
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American photographer Lewis Hine is known primarily for his investigative photographs of child labour, which he took for the National Child Labor Committee from 1908. He recorded how young children were exploited in factories, mines, and in fields and on the street. Hine’s photographs are a classic example of how photography contributed to social reform.
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