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Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.159 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Charles Cheney Holding his son, Ward Cheney
Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.159 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Charles Cheney Holding his son, Ward Cheney

PhotographerPhotographed by Horace Bushnell Cheney Sr. American, 1868 - 1936
Date1899
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 5 x 4in. (12.7 x 10.2cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Byard Williams
DescriptionA man with a mustache is seated in a wicker chair holding a baby in his arms. The man is wearing a suit, vest, shirt, and bow tie. The infant is wearing a long white gown, like a christening gown. A framed picture is on the wall in the background.
Object number1988.133.159
InscribedOn paper envelope, in pencil, "1988-133-159 / View of Charles Cheney (1866-1942) seated in / a rattan chair holding his son, Ward / Cheney (1899-1963) November, 1899" "negative of / 1988-175-4.124"
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