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Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.105 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
"Contemplating, While Waiting to be Dressed"
Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.105 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

"Contemplating, While Waiting to be Dressed"

Photographer (American, 1868 - 1936)
Date1909-1910
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 5 x 4in. (12.7 x 10.2cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Byard Williams
Object number1988.133.106
DescriptionA nude infant lies on a blanket in a woman's lap,sucking on his hand. The woman is reclining in a wicker chair. She wears eyeglasses and a striped blouse with puffed sleeves. A bedpost is in the background.


NotesSubject Note: The photograph was probably taken at the Horace Bushnell Cheney House located at 78 Forest Street, Manchester, Connecticut. (Finlay 11/30/2013)
Status
Not on view
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