Museum purchase, 1999.16.236 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Oxen Draw, Danbury Fair

Datemid 20th century

MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 7 5/8 x 9 3/4in. (19.4 x 24.8cm)
Sheet (height x width): 8 x 10in. (20.3 x 25.4cm)

ClassificationsGraphics

Credit LineMuseum purchase

DescriptionTwo spotted oxen are pulling a sledge loaded with what appear to be concrete blocks. A man wearing overalls, a jacket, and a peaked cap is driving the oxen with a goad. Men and women wearing jackets and coats stand around the edge of the field. Two policemen are at the left. A loudspeaker is on a building at the left. A sign that reads "OXEN DRAW" is on a building at the right. A large bow is at the top of a tall pole. Flags and hills are in the background.

Object number1999.16.236

MarkingsOn recto, lower right, stamped in black ink, "DANBURY FAIR, INC."InscribedOn verso, lower right, in pencil, 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)

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