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Gift of the Richard Welling Family, 2012.284.696  © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Columbus Fountain outside Union Station, Washington, D.C.
Gift of the Richard Welling Family, 2012.284.696 © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Columbus Fountain outside Union Station, Washington, D.C.

Photographer (American, 1926 - 2009)
Dateafter 1972
MediumPhotography; color Polaroid instant print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 3 1/8 x 3in. (7.9 x 7.6cm)
Sheet (height x width): 4 1/8 x 3 1/2in. (10.5 x 8.9cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of the Richard Welling Family
DescriptionPolaroid photograph of the Columbus Fountain sculpture in front of Union Station in Washington, D.C. The station's facade, with its arches, are visible. Two American flags are also present in the photograph.
Object number2012.284.696
NotesDate Note: The Polaroid SX-70, which is the camera Welling used, was manufactured from 1972-1981.
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