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Framed Print : Booker T Washington - American educator, author
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Booker T Washington - American educator, author
Booker T (Taliaferro) Washington (1856-1915) - American educator, author, orator, and adviser to several presidents of the United States. Between 1890 and 1915, Washington was the dominant leader in the African-American community
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22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring history to life with our exquisite framed prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image features Booker T. Washington, an American educator, author, and advisor to several U.S. presidents. His inspiring legacy comes alive as you display this beautifully printed and framed portrait in your home or office. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning display that will captivate and inspire. Elevate your space with a touch of history and culture, and order your framed Booker T. Washington print today.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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 24.8cm x 39.6cm (9.8" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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"This evocative photograph captures Booker T. Washington, an American educator, author, and influential figure in African-American history, as he gazes intently into the distance. Born into slavery in 1856 in Virginia, Washington rose to become a leading voice for African-American advancement during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Washington's education began in a one-room cabin, but his determination and hard work led him to attend the Hampton Institute in Virginia, where he learned trades such as farming and carpentry. He later became the institution's head teacher and, in 1881, was appointed its principal. In 1881, he founded the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama, which grew into a renowned center for higher education for African Americans. Washington's philosophy of self-reliance and industrial education, which emphasized the importance of manual labor and practical skills, was a departure from the more radical calls for civil rights and social equality that were gaining popularity during the Reconstruction era. His approach, however, proved successful, and he became an adviser to several presidents, including Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft. In this photograph, Washington is shown in his later years, with a distinguished air and a sense of quiet determination. He is often depicted with a book or a quill pen, symbolizing his commitment to education and literacy. The photograph is a powerful reminder of Washington's enduring legacy as a trailblazer for African-American education and empowerment, and as a bridge between the post-Civil War era and the modern civil rights movement." George Washington Carver, another prominent African-American figure, is not directly related to this photograph, but his name is sometimes erroneously associated with it due to their shared historical significance.
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