Model of the White House, Danbury Fair
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Datemid 20th century
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 4 1/2 x 6 1/2in. (11.4 x 16.5cm)
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 LineMuseum purchase
DescriptionA crowd of men, women, and children are looking at a large model of the White House, in an enclosed area with walkways on several levels, decorated with American flags. Ropes prevent the spectators from approaching too close to the model.
Object number1999.16.312
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
Charles T. Stuart
1901
E.C. Kellogg & Co.
1852-1853
