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Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.101 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Woman Skiing without Poles
Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.101 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Woman Skiing without Poles

PhotographerPhotographed by Horace Bushnell Cheney Sr. American, 1868 - 1936
Date1916
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 4 1/8 x 3 1/8in. (10.5 x 7.9cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Byard Williams
DescriptionA woman is skiing down a hill, using her hands to balance. She is wearing a long jacket with a large white collar, either a skirt or bloomers, and mittens or gloves. In the background, a large house is partially blocked from view by large leafless trees. The photographer's shadow is dimly visible in the foreground.
Object number1988.133.101
InscribedOn envelope, in pencil, "Full view of unidentified woman skiing without poles"NotesSubject Note: The photograph was taken on the Great Lawn in Manchester, Connecticut. The Horace Bushnell Cheney house is in the background. (Finlay 11/29/2013)
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