
If you saw yesterday's post, then you recognize the dramatic dome-topped building in the background as Festival Hall. In this image, the details of that impressive structure can be better appreciated. The architect was Cass Gilbert, a noteworthy individual in his field, who's portfolio included churches, museums, downtown Manhattan structures and even a state capitol building.
The photo was obviously colorized, and while there's no doubt that the color is artificial, I still think it enhances the image.
As our last stereoview showed, there were several gondolas at the 1904 expo, but this one has me curious - I'm not certain that it's Venice-built.
The dimensions appear correct, but the tail almost resembles some of the US-built gondolas I've seen over the years.
I am inclined to believe that she's either non-Venetian, or was built by someone in Venice who's gondolas had a more slender poppa. Also, she seems to hug the water more; my guess is that she was old even for her time - which might explain why she also appears to be less crescent-shaped than the ones we see today.
I can't help but wonder where the boat ended up after the Fair.
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