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B+W photo, hand-colored, of United Decorating Co. decor for reception, n.p. (Hoboken), n.d., ca. 1940s.
Photograph
Black-and-white photo, hand colored, of United Decorating Co. decor for a reception or party, no place (Hoboken), no date, circa 1940s. 8" x 10" print with partial coloring. Photographer is not indicated, probably William Kirchgessner. Reverse has company block inkstamp. Tack holes at corners.
Type of event is not indicated, probably for a wedding anniversary or a Jewish wedding since it is only two chairs. Location of event is not given, but it is probably a church hall or social club. Photo was part of promotional images and stock reference once used by the company.
The decorations include large number of fringed banners in various styles plus other stock elements and materials. The two chairs on the dais have some fringe at the top rail of each.
2001.231.0101
2001.231
Kirchgessner, George & Dolores, United Decorating Co.
Donation
Gift of George & Dolores Kirchgessner; United Decorating Company
n/a
1940 - 1950
Hoboken
Date: 1940-1950
8 in
10 in
Good
Display Value: Fair Original or Copy: Original Status: OK Status By: dw Status Date: 2010-11-05