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Object drawing art class, Alma Boys School, Bermondsey, London, 1908
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Object drawing art class, Alma Boys School, Bermondsey, London, 1908
Object drawing art class, Alma Boys School, Bermondsey, London, 1908. Boys are making drawings on black boards and easels of a saucepan placed on a pedestal in the middle of the hall
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Bermondsey Blackboard Council Easel Greater London Council Hall Pedestal Saucepan School Schoolboy Schoolboys Schoolchild Schoolchildren Southwark Teach Teacher Teaching
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This photograph captures a moment frozen in time at the Alma Boys School in Bermondsey, London, in 1908. The image showcases an object drawing art class where young boys are engrossed in their creative endeavors. Positioned around blackboards and easels, they diligently sketch a saucepan placed on a pedestal at the center of the hall. The atmosphere is filled with youthful energy as these schoolboys immerse themselves in their artistic pursuits. Their focused expressions reveal their dedication to learning and honing their skills. Under the watchful eye of their teacher, who remains unidentified but undoubtedly plays a crucial role in guiding them, these children are encouraged to explore their creativity through visual representation. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into the educational practices of early 20th-century London. It highlights how institutions like Alma Boys School provided opportunities for children from diverse backgrounds to engage with art and develop essential skills that would shape their future paths. Preserved by the Greater London Council's Photograph Library and now housed at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this photograph serves as a testament to both the importance of education and the timeless nature of artistic expression. It reminds us that even over a century later, we can still appreciate the enthusiasm and determination displayed by these young artists as they embark on their creative journey within this historic classroom setting on Southwark Park Road.
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