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DINING ROOM, c1899. A model dining room at the Agricultural and Mechanical College in Greensboro
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DINING ROOM, c1899. A model dining room at the Agricultural and Mechanical College in Greensboro
DINING ROOM, c1899.
A model dining room at the Agricultural and Mechanical College in Greensboro, North Carolina. Photograph, c1899
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Media ID 13643182
1899 1900 Black Bonnet Chair Dining Room Domestic Greensboro Maid Model North Carolina Student Table Southeast Turn Of Century
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a model dining room at the Agricultural and Mechanical College in Greensboro, North Carolina, around 1899. The image showcases an early 20th-century domestic scene, providing a glimpse into the lives of African American women who worked as maids during this time period. The attention to detail is remarkable - from the neatly set table adorned with fine china and silverware to the elegantly dressed maid wearing a bonnet and uniform. The students of the college would have dined in this very room, experiencing both comfort and sophistication. The photograph transports us back to a bygone era, where turn-of-the-century charm meets Southern hospitality. It serves as a testament to the importance of education for African Americans during this time when opportunities were limited but slowly expanding. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of how far society has progressed since then. This image not only documents history but also celebrates resilience and determination in overcoming adversity. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this piece from their collection, allowing us to appreciate its historical significance today. Let it serve as a reminder that every moment captured through photography holds within it stories waiting to be discovered and shared.
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