The primary source examined here within is Mrs. Mary Mauro, 309 E. 110th St., 2nd floor. Family work on feathers”. A great deal of information about the Mauro family, and how such families were depicted during this time, is seen in this photograph and its’ caption. The photo caption notes “all work except the two boys against the wall” , examination of the two figures shows an older brother cradling a sleeping child, most likely his younger brother, and not two boys avoiding work. Additional information about the family comes to life as the photo is surveyed further. One of the items used to decorate the walls is an image of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, alluding that the family adheres to a Christian faith, most likely Roman Catholic. Also, there appears to be a picture of the Italian Royal family (either King Victor Emmanuel III or King Umberto I) possibly offering a link back to their homeland. The family’s economic condition is most certainly working-class given the state, size and activity seen within the
The primary source examined here within is Mrs. Mary Mauro, 309 E. 110th St., 2nd floor. Family work on feathers”. A great deal of information about the Mauro family, and how such families were depicted during this time, is seen in this photograph and its’ caption. The photo caption notes “all work except the two boys against the wall” , examination of the two figures shows an older brother cradling a sleeping child, most likely his younger brother, and not two boys avoiding work. Additional information about the family comes to life as the photo is surveyed further. One of the items used to decorate the walls is an image of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, alluding that the family adheres to a Christian faith, most likely Roman Catholic. Also, there appears to be a picture of the Italian Royal family (either King Victor Emmanuel III or King Umberto I) possibly offering a link back to their homeland. The family’s economic condition is most certainly working-class given the state, size and activity seen within the