Demolition of Part of the American School for the Deaf
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Date1936
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver prints on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 2 1/8 x 3 1/8in. (5.4 x 7.9cm)
Sheet (height x width): 2 3/4 x 3 13/16in. (7 x 9.7cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Robert Bauerle
Object number2003.55.1-.18
DescriptionViews document progressive stages in the demolition of a large brick building, apparently an institution, with an Ionic portico on one facade, and a two-story porch on another. Two cupolas, dormers, and chimneys are on the roof. Some photographs include a sign that reads: "NEW YORK HARTFORD / HOUSE / WRECKING CO." Some photographs include stone gateposts surmounted by lanterns, leafless trees, including elm trees, and automobiles. Snow is on the ground in most photographs.
NotesSubject Note: The building was demolished to make way for the Caledonian Insurance Company at 150 Cogswell Street, Hartford. It is identified as part of the American School for the Deaf in an article in the Hartford Times on 12/21/1935. (Finlay 12/19/2003)Status
Not on view
