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Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.101 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Woman Skiing without Poles
Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.101 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Woman Skiing without Poles

Photographer (American, 1868 - 1936)
Date1916
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 4 1/8 x 3 1/8in. (10.5 x 7.9cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Byard Williams
Object number1988.133.101
DescriptionA woman is skiing down a hill, using her hands to balance. She is wearing a long jacket with a large white collar, either a skirt or bloomers, and mittens or gloves. In the background, a large house is partially blocked from view by large leafless trees. The photographer's shadow is dimly visible in the foreground.

NotesSubject Note: The photograph was taken on the Great Lawn in Manchester, Connecticut. The Horace Bushnell Cheney house is in the background. (Finlay 11/29/2013)
Status
Not on view
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