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Clinton C. Hanks with the Challenge Trophy
Image Not Available for Clinton C. Hanks with the Challenge Trophy

Clinton C. Hanks with the Challenge Trophy

Date1955-1987
Mediumblack and white photograph
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions: 10 × 8 1/8in. (25.4 × 20.6cm)
Credit LineGift of the Smith-Worthington Saddlery Co.
DescriptionBlack and white photograph of Major Kandarian of the First Company of Governor’s Horse Guard, Mrs. J. Loring Brooks’ daughter, and Clinton C. Hanks with the Challenge Trophy. Major Kandarian stands at left with his hand on the horse’s bridle, he is wearing his Governor’s Horse Guard uniform. The daughter of Mrs. J. Loring Brooks is atop the horse, riding astride, she wears a light-colored riding outfit with a dark hat, there is a white flower pinned to her lapel. Clinton C. Hanks stands at right wearing a dark suit and is holding the Challenge Trophy. The horse, at center, is wearing a polka dotted ribbon right below the ears. The trophy is large and shaped like a bowl with a stand, it is highly decorated. Spectators in stands are visible in the background.
Object number2021.22.130
MarkingsStamped on reverse in black ink: "PHOTOGRAPH / BY HERBERT F. DUNN / 14 CHURCH PL. / WETHERSFIELD, CONN."InscribedHandwritten in blue pen on reverse: "Major Kandarian 1st Co. g. H. g. / Mrs J. Loving Brooks' daughter / + Clinton C. Hanks – Challenge Trophy / 3-5 gaited"
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  • Smith-Worthington Saddlery Company
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