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Framed Print : Young men training in woodworking at Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia, 1899 or 1900. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Young men training in woodworking at Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia, 1899 or 1900. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Young men training in woodworking at Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia, 1899 or 1900
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Media ID 36246279
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Carpentry College Hampton Institute Manual Photographic Prints 1890 1900 Gmgpc Student Training Training College Virginia United States Of America Woodwork Woodworking Workshop Afro American Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin Young Man
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, captured by renowned photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1899 or 1900, showcases a group of young men intently focused on their woodworking training at Hampton Institute in Hampton, Virginia. The black-and-white photograph beautifully documents a moment in history, highlighting the dedication and perseverance of these aspiring craftsmen. Add this timeless piece to your home or office decor and let the history and tradition of Hampton Institute inspire you every day.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. 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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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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This evocative photograph captures a group of young African American men intently focused on their woodworking tasks at Hampton Institute in Hampton, Virginia, around 1899 or 1900. Established in 1868 as the Hampton Agricultural and Industrial School, Hampton Institute was one of the first institutions in the United States to provide higher education for formerly enslaved people and the descendants of enslaved Africans. The school's industrial training programs, including carpentry, were designed to equip students with practical skills to help them become self-sufficient and contribute to their communities. In this image, taken by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, the young men are seen working in a woodshop, with saws in hand and wood shavings scattered on the floor. Their determined expressions and the seriousness of their work reflect the importance of their education and the opportunities it offered them. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the legacy of African American education and the role that institutions like Hampton Institute played in shaping the lives of generations of Americans. Frances Benjamin Johnston (1864-1952) was a pioneering American photographer known for her documentation of historic sites and buildings, as well as her portraits of prominent figures of her time. This photograph is a testament to her ability to capture the essence of a moment and the spirit of a community.
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