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CERAMICS CLASS, 1899. A ceramics class at Western High School in Washington, D

CERAMICS CLASS, 1899. A ceramics class at Western High School in Washington, D


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CERAMICS CLASS, 1899. A ceramics class at Western High School in Washington, D

CERAMICS CLASS, 1899.
A ceramics class at Western High School in Washington, D.C. Photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston, 1899

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1899 Academic Benjamin Blackboard Ceramic Classroom Clay Desk Education Franc Frances High School Johnston Schoolboy Schoolgirl Student Teenage Tool Vocational Washington Western Turn Of Century


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CERAMICS CLASS, 1899: Capturing the Essence of Artistic Education in Washington, D. C". This photograph transports us back to a ceramics class at Western High School in Washington, D. C. , circa 1899. Taken by renowned photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, this image immortalizes a pivotal moment in American academic history. In this late 19th-century classroom, we witness a diverse group of students fully immersed in their artistic pursuits. Boys and girls alike can be seen diligently working with clay at their desks, each armed with various tools necessary for shaping their creations. The atmosphere is one of focused concentration as these young minds explore the possibilities offered by this ancient art form. The interior of the classroom exudes an air of creativity and inspiration. A large blackboard dominates one wall, adorned with sketches and notes that serve as visual aids for instruction. This snapshot perfectly encapsulates the turn-of-the-century vocational education movement that aimed to equip students with practical skills for future careers. Frances Benjamin Johnston's masterful composition captures not only the technical aspects of ceramic craftsmanship but also reveals glimpses into the lives and aspirations of these teenage students. It serves as a testament to the transformative power of education during a time marked by progress and change. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from The Granger Collection's Carousel Collection, we are reminded that art transcends time; it connects us to our past while inspiring future generations to embrace their own creative journeys.

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