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Antique Framed Print : Girls and boys seated at desks in Washington, D.C. classroom, (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Girls and boys seated at desks in Washington, D.C. classroom, (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Girls and boys seated at desks in Washington, D.C. classroom, (1899?)
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Media ID 36245001
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Blackboard Classroom Cyanotype Cyanotypes 1890 1900 Gmgpc Desk Discipline Obedience School Schoolchild Schoolchildren Schoolroom Student Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.3cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph, captured by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in the late 19th century, depicts a scene of focused learning in a Washington, D.C. classroom. The room is filled with an air of discipline and obedience as girls and boys, dressed in their Sunday best, sit attentively at their desks. The direct gaze of some students towards the camera adds an intimate and engaging quality to the image. The classroom, adorned with simple wooden desks and a blackboard, is a testament to the educational system of the time. The students, both girls and boys, are equally engaged in their studies, reflecting the importance of education for all, regardless of gender. The use of a cyanotype process adds to the historical significance of the photograph, further emphasizing its place in the annals of American history. This image, held in the Library of Congress, is a poignant reminder of the past and the evolution of education in the United States. The students, with their serious expressions and earnest demeanor, embody the spirit of dedication and hard work that continues to define the educational experience to this day.
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