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Columbus Memorial. Parade At Unveiling, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Columbus Memorial. Parade At Unveiling, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
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Columbus Memorial. Parade At Unveiling, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Columbus Memorial. Parade At Unveiling, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Columbus Memorial. Parade At Unveiling, 1912. [The Columbus Fountain, also known as the Columbus Memorial, was unveiled in Washington, D.C. in 1912. It was designed by Lorado Taft. Shown here is a tableau vivant on a carnival float pulled by horses, which formed part of the unveiling celebrations. The scene is (Christopher) Columbus before the King (of Spain)']
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This photograph, titled 'Columbus Memorial. Parade At Unveiling, 1912,' is a stunning snapshot of history captured by the renowned photography studio, Harris & Ewing. The image documents the unveiling ceremony of the Columbus Memorial Fountain, also known as the Columbus Fountain, in Washington, D.C., designed by Lorado Taft. The tableau vivant on the carnival float, pulled by horses, depicts a scene of 'Christopher Columbus before the King (of Spain),' adding a theatrical element to the grand occasion. The horses, adorned with ornate harnesses, proudly pull the float through the streets, while the figures on the float portray Columbus and King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella of Castile, who sponsored Columbus's voyages. The Columbus Memorial Fountain, a source of controversy due to its depiction of Columbus as a hero, was completed in 1892 and remains an important historical landmark in the United States. This photograph, taken from the Harris Ewing Collection, offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the celebratory atmosphere of the unveiling ceremony and the rich heritage it represents.
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