New Britain Bands
PhotographerPhotographed by
William F. Staples
(American, born 1848)
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Dateearly 20th century
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver prints on paper, some on cardboard mounts
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 7 1/4 x 9 1/4in. (18.4 x 23.5cm) or smaller
Sheet (height x width): 7 1/4 x 9 1/4in. (18.4 x 23.5cm) or smaller
Mount (height x width): 10 x 12in. (25.4 x 30.5cm) or smaller
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2010.379.17-.19
DescriptionBand members in uniform pose for formal group photographs. The Junior Mechanics Drum Corps pose outside on a grassy lawn in front of a board fence. Seated band members hold drums and drumsticks, including a bass drum with an inscription that reads "JR. MECHANICS DRUM CORPS / NEW BRITAIN, CONN." Muscians in the back are row are standing, holding fifes. The American Band poses in an interior in front of a large American flag. Band members in the front row are seated and hold wind instruments and brass instruments. Men in back hold drums, including a bass drum that reads "AMERICAN / New Britain, Conn." Cymbals, tubas, and trombones. A sign on the floor reads "AMERICAN BAND".
Status
Not on view
