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Poster Print : FREEDMENs SCHOOL. The Misses Cookes schoolroom in the Freedmans Bureau at Richmond, Virginia. Wood engraving, American, 1866
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FREEDMENs SCHOOL. The Misses Cookes schoolroom in the Freedmans Bureau at Richmond, Virginia. Wood engraving, American, 1866
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Media ID 7505259
1866 Class Room Cooke Freedmen Freedmens Bureau Lesson Liberated Literacy Miss Reading Richmond School Mistress South Eastern Teach Misses
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating FREEDMENs SCHOOL print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative wood engraving, dating back to 1866, captures a poignant moment in American history: The Misses Cookes schoolroom in the Freedman's Bureau at Richmond, Virginia. Witness the transformative power of education as it unfolds in this heartwarming image from The Granger Collection. Bring history to life in your home or office with this beautiful and inspiring poster print.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This wood engraving from 1866, titled "FREEDMENs SCHOOL. The Misses Cookes schoolroom in the Freedmans Bureau at Richmond, Virginia" offers a glimpse into an important chapter of American history. The image showcases an interior scene of a classroom in the South Eastern region, where two African American girls are being taught by the Misses Cooke. In this middle-class room filled with eager students, we witness the power of education as a means to liberation and empowerment. The freedmen and women who attended these schools were determined to acquire literacy skills that had been denied to them during their enslavement. The dedication and passion of these African American women teachers is evident as they guide their students through lessons. Their presence represents not only progress but also resilience in the face of adversity. This wood engraving serves as a reminder that education has always been instrumental in breaking down barriers and fostering social change. It captures a pivotal moment when newly liberated individuals sought knowledge and enlightenment despite facing immense challenges. As we reflect on this historical artwork, it is crucial to recognize the significance of institutions like the Freedmen's Bureau in providing educational opportunities for formerly enslaved people. This print stands as a testament to both personal triumphs and collective efforts towards equality during one of America's most transformative periods.
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