B+W photos, 3, of bridal shower with decor by United Decorating Co., Hoboken, n.p. (probably Hoboken), n.d., ca. 1940s-1950s.
Entry/Object ID
2001.231.0100
Description
Black-and-white photos, three, of United Decorating Co. decor for Vivian's bridal shower, no place (probably Hoboken), no date, circa late 1940s or early 1950s. 8" x 10" prints. Photographer is not indicated. Reverse of all are blank.
Location of event is not given nor are the women identified. 'Vivian' who is in all three photos is about to marry 'Poor Bob' as a small sign states.
Photo possibly taken by William Kirchgessner who was then operating United Decorating Co. along with other family members. Two of the tree photos have tack holes at corners suggesting they were displayed probably as promotion of party decor typically done.
The decorations include fringed banners, one with applied cut-out and decorated letters, plus other stock elements and materials.
Acquisition
Accession
2001.231
Source or Donor
Kirchgessner, George & Dolores, United Decorating Co.
Acquisition Method
Donation
Credit Line
Gift of George & Dolores Kirchgessner; United Decorating Company
Made/Created
Artist
n/a
Date made
1945 - 1955
Place
Location
Hoboken
Notes
Date: 1945-1955
Dimensions
Height
8 in
Width
10 in
Condition
Overall Condition
Good
General Notes
Note
Display Value: Fair
Original or Copy: Original
Status: OK
Status By: dw
Status Date: 2010-11-05
