Albumen print of a woman and two children in front of a log house in Georgia, 1880s

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Albumen print of a woman and two children in front of a log house in Georgia, 1880s

A reddish-brown photograph of an African-American family group in Georgia. The image shows a small log house with a picket fence in front. The fence has a gate which is open. A tree is on the right side of the photograph. Behind the gate is the front door of the cabin with three steps leading up to the door. The two children are sitting on the top step. A girl wearing a dark colored dress is sitting on the left and a boy wearing lighter colored clothing sits on the right. Both children are barefoot. A woman wearing a light colored dress with a dark colored top and a headscarf is standing behind the children in the doorway to the house. All three people are looking at the camera. There is a window to either side of the door; the one on the right side of the image is missing several panes and a light colored material is hanging in the corner. Printed vertically in black ink on the left side of the photograph is " FROM Clark s." Printed in black ink on the back of the photograph is " H.S. CLARK / Photographer / THOMASVILLE, GA."

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EDITORS COMMENTS
. This albumen print transports us back to the late 19th century, offering a rare and intimate glimpse into the lives of an African-American family residing in rural Georgia. Against the backdrop of a modest log house, we witness a scene filled with warmth and simplicity. The image showcases a small picket fence surrounding the property, its open gate inviting us to step inside their world. Standing proudly behind her two children on the cabin's porch is a woman adorned in light-colored attire, her headscarf adding an air of gracefulness. The children themselves exude innocence as they sit barefooted on the top step - one dressed in darker clothing while his sibling dons lighter garments. Through their unwavering gazes directed at the camera lens, this family immortalizes their presence for generations to come. The worn-out window panes beside them hint at life's hardships endured within these walls, yet there is resilience etched upon each face. Printed vertically on one side of this reddish-brown photograph are the words "FROM Clark s" - perhaps signifying that it was gifted or passed down through generations bearing this surname. On its reverse side lies evidence of H. S. Clark's artistry as he imprints his name alongside "Photographer / THOMASVILLE, GA". As we admire this remarkable piece from Heritage Images' collection by H. S. Clark, let us reflect upon how photography can transcend time and provide invaluable insights into our shared history – reminding us that every individual has stories worth preserving and celebrating.

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