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Framed Print : At work in the school's brick-yard, 1904. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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At work in the school's brick-yard, 1904. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
At work in the school's brick-yard, 1904
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18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage photograph, titled "At work in the school's brick-yard, 1904," captures a moment in history by renowned photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston. Witness the dedication and hard work of students as they toil in the school brick-yard, a snapshot of a bygone era. Add this unique piece to your home or office decor and bring the rich history of the past into your space.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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At Work in the School's Brick-yard, 1904
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating photograph taken by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston. This image, a testament to the past, transports us back in time to the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama, United States, during the early 20th century. The scene unfolds at the brickyard of the esteemed institution, founded by Booker T. Washington. A group of African American laborers, dressed in simple work clothes, are engrossed in their tasks. Their expressions reveal a sense of focus and determination as they shape bricks under the watchful eye of their supervisor. The brick wall in the background, a symbol of their collective effort and the institute's infrastructure, adds depth and texture to the image. This photograph, held in the Jean Blackwell Hutson Division of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at the New York Public Library, offers a glimpse into the practical education philosophy of Booker T. Washington. His belief in the importance of manual labor and self-sufficiency is evident in this scene. The laborers, students at the Tuskegee Institute, are gaining valuable skills that would serve them well in their future professions and lives. Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prolific photographer, captured this moment with precision and sensitivity, revealing the dignity and determination of the workers. Her image, a poignant reminder of the past, continues to inspire and educate us about the rich history of African American education in the United States.
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