Decorations for Governor's ball, Hartford
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Date1911
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper on cardboard mount
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 7 7/8 x 9 13/16in. (20 x 25cm)
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
DescriptionA large hall with balconies and a stage is draped with fabric. Vines and electric light bulbs form festoons, border the stage and form large starburst patterns around the year "1911."
Object number2000.200.2
InscribedOn verso: "Governor's Ball, 1911."NotesSubject Note: The ball at Foot Guard Hall was held in conjunction with inauguration of Governor Simeon Baldwin on January 4, 1911.Subject Terms
On View
Not on viewabout 1830-1840
about 1780, case reworked in the late 19th century
embroidered 1775-1800, quilted 1800-1825