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Gift of Clifford T. Alderman, 2014.103.11 © 2015 The Connecticut Historical Society
Music Room, Battell-Stoeckel Mansion, Norfolk, Connecticut
Gift of Clifford T. Alderman, 2014.103.11 © 2015 The Connecticut Historical Society

Music Room, Battell-Stoeckel Mansion, Norfolk, Connecticut

Photographer (American, 1854 - 1943)
Dateabout 1900
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver printing-out paper on cardboard
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 4 1/2 x 7 13/16in. (11.4 x 19.8cm) Sheet (height x width): 4 1/2 x 7 13/16in. (11.4 x 19.8cm) Mount (height x width): 5 3/16 x 8 7/16in. (13.2 x 21.4cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Clifford T. Alderman
Object number2014.103.11
DescriptionThe interior of a paneled room is hung with numerous oil paintings in gilt frames. A large fireplace at the right has an ornate clock, candelabra, figurines, and vases on the mantelpiece. A potted palm is on one side of the fireplace, a cart containing firewood is on the other. A kettle sits on the hearth. Furniture in the room includes upholstered chairs and sofas, cushions, and a large desk with what appears to be an oil lamp on it. Oriental rugs are on the floor.

Status
Not on view