Connecticut State Capitol
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Date1970
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 5 x 7in. (12.7 x 17.8cm)
Sheet (height x width): 5 x 7in. (12.7 x 17.8cm)
Sheet (height x width): 5 x 7in. (12.7 x 17.8cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
DescriptionInterior and exterior views of the Connecticut State Capitol, a Victorian Gothic government building with pointed arches, a large domed tower, and a mansard roof with a crocketed roofline. Interiors include the Senate and House of Representatives. One photograph includes a copy of John Trumbull's painting, "The Signing of the Declaration of Independence" and American and Connecticut state flags. A group of elderly women is in one photograph. Exterior photographs include grassy lawns, trees, and automobiles.
Object number2006.93.217-.225
MarkingsOn verso, upper left or upper right, stamped in red ink, "FILE NO. 438 DATE JUN--1970 / LOCATION HARTFORD / CONN. / DESCRIPTION [blank]"InscribedOn verso, upper right or lower right, in pencil, accession numberNotesHistorical Note: The Connecticut State Capitol was completed in 1878 to the designs of architect Richard M. Upjohn.Subject Terms
On View
Not on view
