Lewis Wickes Hine with camera, ca.1905
Anonymous photographer
Girders and Workers
Empire State Building, 1930-31
Photograph: Lewis Wickes Hine
The last years of his life were filled with professional struggles by loss of government and corporate patronage. Few people were interested in his work, past or present, and Hine lost his house and applied for welfare. He died on November 3, 1940 at Dobbs Ferry Hospital in Dobbs Ferry, New York, after an operation. He was 66 years old.
It's a wonder he survived that first shot. A compelling, and tragic story.
ReplyDeleteA scary position alright. A poor end for a great photographer.
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