Angels removed from Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch, Hartford
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Date1974
MediumPhotograph; gelatin silver emulsion on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 2 7/8 × 3 3/4in. (7.3 × 9.5cm)
Sheet (height x width): 3 3/8 × 4 1/4in. (8.6 × 10.8cm)
Sheet (height x width): 3 3/8 × 4 1/4in. (8.6 × 10.8cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Margaret V. Tedone
DescriptionBlack and white instant photograph of the original angels that topped Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch in Hartford, lying on the ground in a large, mostly empty parking lot with adjoined garages in the background.
Object number2013.163.27
MarkingsVerso, printed in black ink: "D 42 6 5 81 K W"NotesSubject note: One of the angels atop Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch in Hartford was damaged in 1971 when it was struck by lightning. Both angels were removed in 1974 for restoration, but were then destroyed in a fire in 1985 in Keney Park, where they were being stored. New angels were created by artist Lloyd Glasson and were installed in 1987.On View
Not on view
Detroit Photographic Co.
about 1905
