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Fine Art Print : Interior view of dining hall, decorated for the holidays, with students... Tuskegee Institute, c1902 Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Interior view of dining hall, decorated for the holidays, with students... Tuskegee Institute, c1902 Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Interior view of dining hall, decorated for the holidays, with students sitting at tables at the Tuskegee Institute, c1902. [Young African Americans share a meal at Christmas or Thanksgiving]
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, captured by renowned photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1902, showcases the warm and inviting atmosphere of the Tuskegee Institute's dining hall during the holiday season. Young African American students, dressed in their finest attire, gather around tables laden with festive decorations, creating a heartwarming scene of community and togetherness. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a touch of timeless charm to your interior decor. Order your Fine Art Print today and relive the rich history of the Tuskegee Institute.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 evocative photograph, captured by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in the early 1900s, presents an interior view of the dining hall at Tuskegee Institute during a holiday season. The room is adorned with festive decorations, adding a warm and welcoming atmosphere to the space. Young African American students, dressed in their Sunday best, sit at long tables, sharing a meal together. The scene exudes a sense of community and unity, as they gather to celebrate a special occasion, be it Christmas or Thanksgiving. The Tuskegee Institute, located in Alabama, United States, was a historically black college and university, established in 1881. This image, taken around 1902, captures a moment in time during the institution's rich history. The students, both male and female, appear engaged in conversation, their expressions suggesting a sense of joy and camaraderie. The dining hall, also known as a refectory or canteen, serves as a central gathering place for the students. The room is furnished with long, wooden tables and benches, providing ample seating for the community. The glass negatives from this era, which have been digitized and are now part of the Library of Congress's collection, offer a unique glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the cultural heritage of African Americans during the early 1900s. This photograph, taken during a time of segregation in America, offers a poignant reminder of the importance of education and the power of community during a period of significant social change. The image stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of the African American community, as they worked to overcome the challenges of segregation and build a better future for themselves and future generations.
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