Prescott Bush at the Danbury Fair
PhotographerPhotographed by
Clarence F. Korker
Date1952
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 7 1/2 x 9 1/2in. (19.1 x 24.1cm)
Sheet (height x width): 8 x 10in. (20.3 x 25.4cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number1999.16.109
DescriptionA man wearing a suit, sweater vest, shirt, and necktie is holding a basket of Indian corn and squash. He has a "BUSH" campaign button on his lapel and he is smiling. A woman at the left, who is wearing eyeglasses, is speaking or singing into a microphone. Another man stands at the right, looking on. A bass drum is visible in the background.
NotesSubject Note: The Danbury Fair was an annual exhibition held in Danbury between 1821 and 1981. At first a traditional agricultural fair, the event later included large fiberglass sculptures, stock car racing, and amusement park rides. The former fairground is now (2011) the site of the Danbury Fair Mall. (Finlay 3/25/2011)Subject Note: Prescott Bush served as Senator from Connecticut from 1952 to 1963. (Finlay 2/18/2012)
Status
Not on view
