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Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.110  © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Antoinette Phelps Cheney as an Infant
Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.110 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Antoinette Phelps Cheney as an Infant

PhotographerPhotographed by Horace Bushnell Cheney Sr. American, 1868 - 1936
Date1901
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions: 4 x 5in. (10.2 x 12.7cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Byard Williams
DescriptionAn infant is laying face-up on a bed with a floral patterned bed spread. She is dressed in a knit sweater and a bib. She is partially covered by a baby blanket. A crib is partially visible in the background.
Object number1988.133.110
InscribedOn envelope, in pencil, "Antoinette Phelps Cheney (b. 1901) lying on a bed. 1-2 months old. c.1901NotesSubject Note: Antoinette Phelps Cheney was the daughter of Horace Bushnell Cheney and Mary Pierson Cheney. (Finlay 12/7/2013)
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