Theodora Cheney
SubjectPortrait of
Theodora Cheney
(American, 1874 - 1951)
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Dateabout 1905
MediumPhotography; black and white photograph on paper and cardstock
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 5 9/16 × 3 15/16in. (14.1 × 10cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Edith Cowles Poor
Object number2008.38.18
DescriptionFull length portrait of Theodora "Dora" Cheney. She is standing with her hands behind her back, looking off camera to the left. Dora is wearing a floor length dress that has a ruffle along the bottom edge and a short train. The sleeves are long and made out of a sheer material, with lace accents. The neckline is wide and scooped, and there is a large bow secured in the middle of it. There is a wide ribbon tied around Dora's waist. Her hair is pulled back in a low ponytail. This could be a wedding portrait.
The photograph is attached to a thin piece of cardstock.
NotesDate note: Estimate based on life dates and approximate age of subject in photograph. The dress could be a wedding dress. Theodora married Halstead Dorey on September 20, 1905.The photograph is attached to a thin piece of cardstock.
Status
Not on view
James Sidney Brainard
Dorothy Cheney