Girls and boys seated at desks in classroom, Washington, D.C. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

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Girls and boys seated at desks in classroom, Washington, D.C. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

Girls and boys seated at desks in classroom, Washington, D.C. (1899?)

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Blackboard Classroom Cyanotype Cyanotypes 1890 1910 Gmgpc Desk Discipline Obedience School Schoolchild Schoolchildren Schoolroom Student Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin

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This photograph, titled "Girls and boys seated at desks in classroom, Washington, D.C. (1899?)", was captured by the renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston. The image transports us back to the late 19th century, a time of significant growth and change in the United States. The photograph showcases a group of attentive students, both boys and girls, seated at their desks in a schoolroom. The blackboard at the front of the room displays a lesson, while the students, dressed in their Sunday best, gaze directly at the camera with a sense of obedience and discipline. The desks, arranged in neat rows, are adorned with inkwells and slates, reflecting the traditional methods of education during this era. The photograph, which is believed to have been taken around 1899, is a poignant reminder of the importance of education in American society during the 19th century. The students, with their serious expressions and focused gaze, convey a sense of determination and eagerness to learn. The photograph is a valuable historical artifact, capturing a moment in time that offers insight into the daily lives of students during this period. Frances Benjamin Johnston, a pioneering photographer, captured this image using the cyanotype process, a popular photographic technique during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The resulting monochromatic blue tones add to the timeless quality of the image, making it a beautiful and intriguing addition to any collection of historical photographs.

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