Harvey Girls Aerial Act, Danbury Fair
PhotographerPhotographed by
Clarence F. Korker
Date1947
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 9 1/2 x 7 9/16in. (24.1 x 19.2cm)
Sheet (height x width): 10 x 8in. (25.4 x 20.3cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number1999.16.240
DescriptionTwo women aerialists are swinging upside from trapezes atop a high tower anchored by guy lines.
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)The Harvey Girls aerial act appeared at carnivals and fairs during the 1940s. (Finlay 7/14/2011)
Status
Not on view
