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Fine Art Print : BLACK SCHOOL CHILDREN. Children of a School for Colored Children, a Freedmens School, studying in the street of a Southern town. Wood engraving, American, 1867
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BLACK SCHOOL CHILDREN. Children of a School for Colored Children, a Freedmens School, studying in the street of a Southern town. Wood engraving, American, 1867
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Media ID 7545879
1867 Child Education Free Freedmen Freedmens Bureau Grammar School Lesson Read School Side Walk Study Writing
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'Children of a School for Colored Children' by The Granger Collection. This captivating wood engraving, created in 1867, offers a poignant glimpse into history. Witness the determination and resilience of black schoolchildren as they study in the street of a Southern town, a testament to their unwavering commitment to education despite the challenges they faced during the Reconstruction era. Add this inspiring piece to your home or office decor and let the rich history and stories it tells enrich your space.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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BLACK SCHOOL CHILDREN - A Glimpse into the Struggle for Education in 1867 Southern America
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. This powerful wood engraving, captured in 1867, transports us to a Southern town where we witness the determination and resilience of black school children. The image showcases a group of African American children studying diligently on the streets, as they attend a Freedmen's School - an institution established by the Freedmen's Bureau to provide education for formerly enslaved individuals. Despite facing countless challenges and discrimination during this tumultuous time in history, these young learners seize every opportunity to expand their knowledge. With books in hand and pencils poised over paper, they eagerly absorb their lessons amidst the bustling cityscape. A young girl sits on the sidewalk engrossed in her reading material while another child concentrates intently on his writing exercises nearby. Their presence serves as a testament to both their thirst for knowledge and their unwavering commitment to overcoming societal barriers that sought to deny them access to education. This poignant engraving encapsulates not only the struggles faced by black students seeking an education but also highlights how vital these institutions were in providing opportunities for intellectual growth within marginalized communities. It stands as a reminder of the enduring spirit of those who fought tirelessly against oppression and inequality. The Granger Collection has immortalized this significant moment from our nation's past through art, allowing us all to reflect upon how far we have come while acknowledging that there is still work ahead towards achieving equal educational opportunities for all.
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