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Grade school, Washington, D.C. - children drawing and cutting rectangles, triangles, etc. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Grade school, Washington, D.C. - children drawing and cutting rectangles, triangles, etc. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Grade school, Washington, D.C. - children drawing and cutting rectangles, triangles, etc. (1899?)
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Art Class Classroom Cutting Cyanotypes 1890 1900 Gmgpc Desk Educator School Schoolchild Schoolchildren Schoolgirl Schoolroom Smock Teacher Teaching Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin
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This photograph, titled "Grade School, Washington, D.C. - children drawing and cutting rectangles, triangles, etc. (1899?)", is a beautiful snapshot of a bygone era in American education. Taken by the renowned photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in the late 19th century, this image transports us back in time to a simple, yet enriching classroom setting. The photograph features a group of eager children, both boys and girls, seated at their desks, engrossed in their tasks. Some are diligently drawing on their slates, while others are carefully cutting out shapes from their paper with scissors. Their concentration is palpable, as they focus intently on their work. The children's clothing adds to the charm of this image. The girls are dressed in long, high-necked smocks, while the boys wear collared shirts and short pants. The desks, with their wooden surfaces and inkwells, are a testament to the simplicity of the educational tools of the time. Frances Benjamin Johnston, a pioneering American photographer, captured this moment in history, providing us with a glimpse into the daily life of a grade school in Washington, D.C. during the late 1800s. This photograph is a treasure trove of historical information, showcasing the importance of education, the fashion of the time, and the dedication of the educator, all rolled into one timeless image.
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