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Gift of James T. Kirby, 2012.441.26.6, Connecticut Historical Society, In Copyright
Construction of Schaffer House, Greenwich, Connecticut
Gift of James T. Kirby, 2012.441.26.6, Connecticut Historical Society, In Copyright

Construction of Schaffer House, Greenwich, Connecticut

Original Owner (American, 1926 - 2011)
Date1956
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver prints on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 1 1/2 x 5in. (3.8 x 12.7cm) and smaller Sheet (height x width): 1 1/2 x 5in. (3.8 x 12.7cm) and smaller
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of James T. Kirby
Object number2012.441.26.1-x
DescriptionContact sheets. Pictured is the construction of a modern one-story home. Some items pictured include: wooden beams, supports, construction workers, fireplace, vehicles, men on break, cement wall, ladder, men on couch, women at table, woman smoking, men conversing.
NotesSubject Note: The Schaffer House is an award-winning home designed by Frederick J. Mahaffey in 1955. It was built for Mr. and Mrs. Franklin E. Schaffer and was completed in 1956. The house was awarded the Architectucral Record Award of Excellence for House Design in 1957 and featured in that year's publication of Record Houses.
Status
Not on view