English for new Americans, Hillyer Institute, Y.M.C.A., Hartford, ca. 1900.
PhotographerPhotographed by
Warner Photo Co.
Dateabout 1900
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 7 7/8 x 9 13/16in. (20 x 25cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Object number1993.37.10
DescriptionWoman teacher sits at a desk facing a class of young men wearing suits. Students and teacher have notebooks, books and paper. Some are writing. An inkwell is on the teacher's desk and a wicker wastebasket is under it. Two blackboards are on the wall. One is inscribed: "deer / thief / conscience / princess / tree / senator / jury." Electric light bulbs with shades hang from the ceiling on wires.
NotesSubject Note: The Hillyer Institute was the Educational Department of the Hartford YMCA. The YMCA was located at 315-323 Pearl Street, at the corner of Jewell Street.Status
Not on view
Free hand drawing class drawing from plaster casts, Hillyer Institute, Y.M.C.A., Hartford, ca. 1910.
Warner Photo Co.
about 1910
