Danbury Fair Sign in Times Square, New York
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Datemid 20th century
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 7 9/16 x 9 1/2in. (19.2 x 24.1cm)
Sheet (height x width): 8 x 10in. (20.3 x 25.4cm)
Sheet (height x width): 8 x 10in. (20.3 x 25.4cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineMuseum purchase
DescriptionAn advertising sign spells out the words "THE / DANBURY / FAIR" in lights. Additional wording reads "The time / is exactly 7:26:257: / Accutron / By Bulova / World famous for tuning fork accuracy." A large watch face is at the right of the sign. Street signs read: "TIMES SQ." "W. 46 ST." "ONE WAY." It appears to be night.
Object number1999.16.19
InscribedOn verso, lower right, accession numberNotesSubject Note: The Danbury Fair was an annual exhibition held in Danbury between 1821 and 1981. At first a traditional agricultural fair, the event later included large fiberglass sculptures, stock car racing, and amusement park rides. The former fairground is now (2011) the site of the Danbury Fair Mall. (Finlay 3/25/2011)On View
Not on view
about 1955
about 1955
1772-1786
