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Corridor to the House of Representatives Stereoview

Corridor to the House of Representatives Stereoview/tiles/collection/6/6235.xml
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Date

ca.1865

Maker

Bell and Brother

Dimensions

3 3/8 x 6 15/16 in. (8.6 x 17.6 cm)

Accession Number

2007.299.000

Credit Line

Collection of the U.S. House of Representatives

Object Details

The new Capitol building was a rich mine of subject matter for stereoview producers. Grand spaces were photographed for the effect of their myriad details and rich decor, delighting viewers with their realism. This corridor image showed to advantage the stereoview's other distinguishing characteristic—the medium’s ability to show depth of space. The progression of columns and chandeliers created an impressive image of the size and grandeur of the Capitol.

Rights and Reproduction Information

Objects

East Front of the Capitol Stereoview
East Front of the Capitol Stereoview

Exhibitions & Publications

Speaker's Rooms in the Capitol
Speaker's Rooms in the Capitol
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