"Tanz ALKAZAR"
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Fredi Washington
American, 1903 - 1994
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Dateafter 1925
MediumPhotomechanical print; black and white photograph on paper board
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 6 1/4 x 4 3/8in. (15.9 x 11.1cm) or smaller
Sheet (height x width): 7 x 5in. (17.8 x 12.7cm) or smaller
Sheet (height x width): 7 x 5in. (17.8 x 12.7cm) or smaller
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
DescriptionImage of the front facade of club at nighttime, identified as Tanz ALKAZAR. The view of the club is from across the street. Four arched entry ways are visible at the front of the building, and the words "Tanz ALKAZAR" appear on the marquee above the arches. The word "Tanz" is visible in the first arch of the building.
Object number2001.22.21
MarkingsPrinted on the front of the print in white letters reads "Hamburg bei Nacht", "St. Pauli-Tanzpalast Alkazar", and "Aceha 6".InscribedAccession number 2001.22.21 is inscribed on verso, lower right.NotesSubject Note: Research suggests the "Tanz Alkazar" was a variety theater in Hamburg, Germany, established in 1925. (Dixon 3/25/2020)Collections
- Fredi Washington Collection
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