Title
Photograph of John E. Cowdin as a member of the Dresden Quadrille
Object Type
Creator
Date
26 March 1883
Description
Photograph from the 1883 Vanderbilt Fancy Dress Ball album, taken by Jose Maria Mora (Cuban, c. 1847-1926), depicting John E. Cowdin costumed in white for the Dresden Quadrille. In the photo, Cowdin stands on a pedestal decorated with crossed swords, the mark of the Meissen porcelain factory.
Cultural Origin
American
Medium
photographic print
Extent
Mat window opening: 6.5 x 11 inches (16.5 x 27.9 cm)
Collection
Source
Bequest of Harold S. Vanderbilt
Identifier
PSNCA.H.018.33
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