Demolition of Roberts Opera House, 937 Main Street, Hartford
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Dateabout 1900
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 4 5/16 x 5 1/8in. (11 x 13cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Object number1960.147.5
DescriptionMen work on ladders and scaffolding appear to demolishing the brownstone Roberts Opera House building. A sign reads: "[Ope]ra House." Iron or steel beams are visible at the right. Rubble is on the sidewalk near a fire hydrant and on the street. The commercial buildings at left and right have awnings. A sign on the store on the right reads: "E. Schall [& Co.]" A woman in a striped blouse and long skirt crosses the street at the left.
NotesSubject Note: Ernest Schall & Co. was located in the Miller Building, 941 Main Street.Status
Not on view
