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Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.196 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Mary Pierson Cheney and Children in a Tent, Keene Valley, New York
Gift of Mrs. Byard Williams, 1988.133.196 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Mary Pierson Cheney and Children in a Tent, Keene Valley, New York

PhotographerPhotographed by Horace Bushnell Cheney Sr. American, 1868 - 1936
Date1910
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 4 x 5in. (10.2 x 12.7cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Byard Williams
DescriptionA woman, two small boys, and girl are seated beneath a large piece of canvas that is supported by a frame that appears to be made of birch logs. The girl has a wicker pack basket on her back.
Object number1988.133.196
InscribedOn paper envelope, in pencil, "1988-133-196 / Keene Valley, NY view form L to R / of Roger Williams Cheney (1907-90), Mary / Pierson (Cheney), Stephen Pierson Cheney (1903- / 68) and Antoinette Phelps Cheney (b. 1901) under / a tent" "negative of / 1988-175-8.101"
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