Christmas Decorations in Cheney Hall, Manchester, Connecticut
Date1903
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 4 x 5in. (10.2 x 12.7cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Byard Williams
DescriptionThe arched doors and windows of a large hall are draped with evergreen garlands. A Christmas wreath hangs on the wall and there appear to be additional greens or potted plates along the wall above a long row of benches draped with patterned fabric. Curtains hang in an arched opening at the left, beside what appears to be a stage. Christmas trees line the steps leading up to the stage. The ceiling has a prominent molding featuring brackets.
Object number1988.133.282
InscribedOn paper envelope, in pencil, "1988-133-282" / "Cheney Hall decorated for a Christmas party" "similar to negative of 1992-115-41" and image of 1988-175-9.10"On View
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