Museum purchase, 1995.36.1331 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Children and Adults dressed as Crusaders

PhotographerPhotographed by William G. Dudley American, 1877 - 1934

Date1916-1927

MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass

DimensionsPlate (height x width): 8 x 10in. (20.3 x 25.4cm)

ClassificationsGraphics

Credit LineMuseum purchase

DescriptionA group of adults and children in medieval costume stand outside. A sign reading "TO JERUSALEM" is held by two adults standing in front of a group clothed in robes. The children have crosses on their clothing. Trees are in the background.

Object number1995.36.1331

NotesSubject Note: The children and adults appear to be taking part in a religious pageant, or perhaps a performance of The Children's Crusade, a popular work of the period. (Finlay 10/22/2013)

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