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Photographic Print : ONE-ROOM SCHOOLHOUSE. One-room schoolhouse at Breathitt County, Kentucky. Oil over photograph
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ONE-ROOM SCHOOLHOUSE. One-room schoolhouse at Breathitt County, Kentucky. Oil over photograph
ONE-ROOM SCHOOLHOUSE.
One-room schoolhouse at Breathitt County, Kentucky. Oil over photograph, 1940, by Marion Post Wolcott
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Media ID 13135715
1940 Blackboard Child Classroom Country Education Farm Security Administration Grammar School Great Depression Kentucky Lesson Literacy Marion New Deal One Room School House One Room Schoolhouse Post Pupil Schoolboy Schoolgirl Schoolmaster Teach Wolcott Southeast
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite One-Room Schoolhouse photograph print, captured by Marion Post Wolcott in 1940. This stunning oil over photograph, part of the Granger Art on Demand collection, transports you to Breathitt County, Kentucky, where students once learned in a single, cozy classroom. A beautiful addition to any home or office, this print is a testament to the charm and simplicity of rural education in the past. Bring history to life with this timeless piece.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 19cm (10" x 7.5")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of a bygone era in American education - a one-room schoolhouse nestled in Breathitt County, Kentucky. The image, transformed into an oil painting by Marion Post Wolcott in 1940, showcases the simplicity and charm of rural schooling during the Great Depression. In this snapshot of daily life, we witness a diverse group of children gathered together for their lessons. The blackboard stands as a symbol of knowledge and opportunity, while the schoolmaster imparts wisdom to eager pupils. Each child's face reflects determination and hope for a brighter future through education. The setting exudes an authentic country atmosphere with its rustic interior and humble surroundings. This photograph not only documents educational practices but also serves as a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness found within communities during difficult times. As part of President Roosevelt's New Deal initiatives, this one-room schoolhouse represents the efforts made to provide accessible education for all children across America. It is an embodiment of literacy being nurtured amidst economic challenges. Marion Post Wolcott's artistic interpretation adds depth and emotion to this historical moment frozen in time. Through her lens, she immortalizes these young minds on their journey towards knowledge and self-improvement. This print from Granger Art on Demand invites us to reflect upon our own educational experiences while appreciating the dedication that went into shaping generations past.
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