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Shoeshine Boy, 1899

Entitled: "Shine Sah?" shows an African-American boy holding out shoe shine box. Shoeshiner or boot polisher is an occupation in which a person polishes shoes with shoe polish. They are often known as shoeshine boys because the job is traditionally that of a male child. Shoeshiners are often found working in business districts where professionals congregate. The shoeshiner is perceived as an informational hub, studiously polishing and buffing whilst dispensing helpful advice on local affairs and events. Photographed by V.G. Schreck, Savannah, Georgia, 1899.

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Title: Shoeshine Boy, 1899

Caption: Entitled: "Shine Sah?" shows an African-American boy holding out shoe shine box. Shoeshiner or boot polisher is an occupation in which a person polishes shoes with shoe polish. They are often known as shoeshine boys because the job is traditionally that of a male child. Shoeshiners are often found working in business districts where professionals congregate. The shoeshiner is perceived as an informational hub, studiously polishing and buffing whilst dispensing helpful advice on local affairs and events. Photographed by V.G. Schreck, Savannah, Georgia, 1899.

Category: black & white • Occupations • History: United States

Credit: Album / LOC/Science Source

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Image size: 3188 × 4500 px | 41.0 MB

Print size: 27.0 × 38.1 cm | 1255.1 × 1771.7 in (300 dpi)

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