Two girls from a Washington, D.C. school on a class visit to the Library of Congress... (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

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Two girls from a Washington, D.C. school on a class visit to the Library of Congress... (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

Two girls from a Washington, D.C. school on a class visit to the Library of Congress, looking at an exhibit of relief or wood engravings, one with her chin on shoulder of the other, (1899?)

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Affection Chin Cyanotypes 1890 1900 Gmgpc Friendship Leaning Schoolchild Schoolchildren Spotty Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin

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In this evocative photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston, two young girls from a Washington, D.C. school are seen engrossed in an exhibit of relief or wood engravings at the Library of Congress. The girls, dressed in the fashionable apparel of the late 19th century, are captured in a moment of shared fascination and camaraderie. The girl on the left leans her chin on the shoulder of her companion, her eyes fixed intently on the exhibit before them. The other girl looks up at her friend, her expression one of quiet admiration and curiosity. The Library of Congress, a symbol of American heritage and history, serves as the backdrop for this heartwarming scene. The girls' bodies are bathed in soft, even light, with the occasional spotty texture reminiscent of cyanotypes popular during the 1890s and 1900s. The girls' dresses, with their high collars and full skirts, are a testament to the era's fashion sensibilities. The photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures the essence of education, friendship, and the passing down of knowledge from one generation to the next. The Library of Congress, a bastion of American history and culture, provides the perfect setting for this timeless moment. The image invites us to reflect on the importance of preserving our heritage and the enduring bond of friendship.

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