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Detroit Museum of Art, between 1880 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
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Detroit Museum of Art, between 1880 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
Detroit Museum of Art, between 1880 and 1899
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8 X 10 In Art Museum Museum Of Art Romanesque Revival Silver Gelatin Glass Transparency Transparency
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This photograph captures the impressive facade of the Detroit Museum of Art (DMA) between 1880 and 1899. The image, measuring 8 x 10 inches, showcases the museum during the 1890s, a time when the institution was just beginning to establish itself as a significant cultural center in the United States. The museum, located in Detroit, Michigan, United States of America, is seen here in all its Romanesque Revival glory. The building's facade, adorned with intricate stonework and large arched windows, exudes an air of grandeur and sophistication. The use of glass in the building's design allows for ample natural light to filter in, creating an inviting atmosphere for visitors. The Detroit Museum of Art, which was founded in 1885, was a pioneer in the field of art museums in the country. Its collection, which began with a few donated pieces, has since grown to over 66,000 works, spanning 5,000 years of history. The photograph was taken during the nineteenth century, a time when the United States was undergoing rapid industrialization and urbanization. The museum, as a symbol of culture and heritage, stood as a beacon of artistic and intellectual pursuits amidst the bustling cityscape. The photograph is a silver gelatin glass transparency, a common photographic process during the late 1800s and early 1900s. It is currently housed in the Library of Congress, a vast repository of knowledge and cultural heritage in the United States. The creator of this photograph remains unknown, but it serves as a testament to the rich history of the Detroit Museum of Art and the role it has played in shaping the cultural landscape of Detroit and the United States as a whole.
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