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Capitol Steps Dancers

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"Living flag" created by the Kehl dancers on the steps of the third Wisconsin State Capitol. This close view permits better examination of the ornamentation of the North and South additions constructed in 1883.

Date Created:
1900

Publication Information

Date Created 1900

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 7 x 4 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Subject albums, 1753?-1990? (bulk circa 1850s-circa 1950s)
Call Number Album 8.122

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013IIA
Legacy ID
WHi 23128

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