Pavilion Family School, Hartford
ArtistDrawn by
Henry John Van-Lennep
(1815 - 1889)
Date1861
MediumDrawing; watercolor and Chinese white over pencil n wove paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 9 13/16 x 14 3/16in. (25 x 36cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Object number1978.32.0
DescriptionStructure, possibly stone or masonry, in the Greek Revival style has Roman Tuscan columns, two entry porches, dormer with balustrade, and brick foundation. The house has louvered windows, a fanlight, cellar windows, and oval window. On the dirt road to the left is a carriage and horse with a dog nearby. A woman with parasol sits in the back seat and a man with whip drives the carriage. Four women and one man are leaving the house. In the background are outbuildings, probably a barn and carriage house. To the right are hills, trees, and grass.
NotesSubject Note: The Pavilion School was held in the Birds' home on Pavilion Street.Status
Not on view
