Photograph- August 1946

Photograph

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St. Joseph Museums

This black and white photograph captures a woman standing outdoors in front of a building, with a gravel surface underfoot. The woman is smiling gently at the camera, wearing a light cardigan over a dark skirt, dark stockings, and white open-toed shoes. Her short hair is styled neatly, and she stands with her hands at her sides, exuding an aura of calm and grace. The building behind her features several rectangular windows and horizontal siding, suggesting a possible residential or institutional setting. Despite the monochrome nature of the image, her warmth is palpable, creating a nostalgic and reflective atmosphere that invites viewers to ponder the story behind the moment captured in time.

This black and white photograph captures a woman standing outdoors in front of a building, with a gravel surface underfoot. The woman is smiling gently at the camera, wearing a light cardigan over a dark skirt, dark stockings, and white open-toed shoes. Her short hair is styled neatly, and she stands with her hands at her sides, exuding an aura of calm and grace. The building behind her features several rectangular windows and horizontal siding, suggesting a possible residential or institutional setting. Despite the monochrome nature of the image, her warmth is palpable, creating a nostalgic and reflective atmosphere that invites viewers to ponder the story behind the moment captured in time.

Name/Title

Photograph- August 1946

Entry/Object ID

Q2023.2.37

Description

Black and white phograph of a young woman standing in front of a place of work. Photo is dated 08/26/1946. Back reads "This is the back of where I work. Grinning is a breeze eh? Smiles." Friend of the Davis Family.