Ferris Wheel, Danbury Fair
PhotographerPhotographed by
R. W. Mannion
(American)
Dateabout 1975
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 9 5/8 x 7 5/8in. (24.4 x 19.4cm)
Sheet (height x width): 10 x 8in. (25.4 x 20.3cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number1999.16.351
DescriptionA crowd of men, women, girls, and boys is in the foreground. Several people wear sunglasses or eyeglasses. A ferris wheel, a tent, and a large building are in the background. A sign reads "GRINDERS / SAUSAGE MEATBALL EGGPLANT."
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)Status
Not on view
