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2000.193.11  © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Corner of auto show, Hartford
2000.193.11 © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Corner of auto show, Hartford

Date1909
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 7 7/8 x 9 13/16in. (20 x 25cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
DescriptionSeveral men stand in a very large room. Several automobiles of different models are parked around the sides. Garlands that appear to be made up of strings of electric lights, decorated to look like flowers, extend from the ceiling to a balcony that runs around the room. Boxes on the floor at right appear to contain decorations.
Object number2000.193.11
NotesSubject Note: Like the two earlier automobile shows in Hartford, the 1909 show was held at Foot Guard Hall, at 159 High Street.
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