Group of Men in Kilts Assembled for a Parade
PhotographerPhotographed by
Horace Bushnell Cheney Sr.
American, 1868 - 1936
Date1914
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 3 1/8 x 4 1/8in. (7.9 x 10.5cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Byard Williams
DescriptionMen wearing kilts stand in a street, apparently giving a performance as part of a parade. One of the men, in the foreground, has his hands on his hips. Tents or pavillions, leafy trees, and frame houses line the street.
Object number1988.133.283
InscribedOn paper envelope, in pencil, "1988-133-183" / "Group of men dressed in / kilts marching down the street / c. 1914 / donor believes that the photos was taken at a Manchester celebration" "negative of 1988-175-10.29"NotesSubject Note: The Manchester Pipe Band, popularly known as the Manchester Kilties, was established in 1914. Although none of the men in this photograph appear to be holding instruments, it seems likely this is an early photograph of the group, which has taken part in numerous parades since its founding. (Finlay 1/31/2014)On View
Not on view
