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ARCH.2003.33, Rendition: 803318
This is a black-and-white photograph mounted in a vintage photo album, capturing a social gathering outdoors in May 1955.
The central focus is a warm handshake between an older woman and a man. The woman, dressed in a dark, formal dress with a corsage pinned to her shoulder, smiles warmly at the man. She wears glasses and has her hair styled in a neat updo. The man, wearing a suit, tie, and glasses, leans forward to shake her hand, his expression also friendly. He holds what appears to be a folded program or card in his other hand.
In the background to the left, two other women stand observing the interaction. One, wearing a light-colored suit with a matching hat, is smiling broadly. The other, in a darker suit and glasses, looks on with a more reserved expression.
The setting is outdoors, with dense foliage and trees forming a natural backdrop, suggesting a garden or park.
Handwritten text on the album page to the right of the photo reads: “Mary Wadsworth’s Farewell Party, Botanic Garden, May 1955”. This identifies the event as a farewell party for Mary Wadsworth at a botanic garden.
The photograph is preserved in a well-worn album page, with visible paper edges, tape tabs, and a small orange label on the top edge, giving it a nostalgic, historical feel.
The image is a black-and-white photograph that appears to have been taken during a formal outdoor event. The scene is set in a garden with lush greenery and flowering bushes in the background. There are four individuals in the image: three women and one man.
The photo seems to capture a moment of greeting or farewell, as suggested by the caption on the photograph which reads, "Mary Wadsworth's Farewell Party, May 1955." The setting and attire indicate a formal occasion, likely a celebration or a social gathering.
This image is a black and white photograph placed inside a beige folder or album. The photograph shows a group of four people outdoors, with a backdrop of trees and bushes. On the left side, there are two women standing side by side, both dressed in suits and smiling. In the center, a woman in a dark dress with a white flower accessory is shaking hands with a man on the right side of the image. The man is wearing a suit and holding a small box or folder under his arm. The woman in the dark dress is also smiling and appears to be engaged in a conversation with the man. The photograph is slightly damaged, with some areas showing wear and tear, such as a torn corner on the left side. There is handwritten text on the right side of the photograph, which reads "MARY WADSWORTH'S Farewell Party, May 1955." The image is well-lit, and the people are clearly visible, suggesting it was taken during the daytime.
A black-and-white photo of four people standing in an outdoor area, probably in a garden. The man in a suit is shaking hands with the woman in a black dress. The woman in a gray dress is smiling and standing next to the woman in a suit. The woman in a suit is holding a bouquet of flowers. Behind them are trees and bushes.
A black-and-white photo of three people standing outside on a lawn, with one of them holding a folder, is placed inside a folder. The folder is open, and the photo is placed on the right side of the folder. The folder has a green cover with a white border. The photo has a watermark on the bottom right corner. The photo is placed on top of a stack of folders with green covers.
The image depicts a black-and-white photograph placed within a bound album or scrapbook. The photograph shows four individuals in a formal outdoor setting, likely a garden or park, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
Foreground: Two individuals are shaking hands, suggesting a moment of greeting or acknowledgment. The person on the left, wearing glasses and a suit, appears to be extending their hand, while the person on the right, dressed in a dark outfit with a floral lei around their neck, is accepting the handshake. The individual on the right has short, light-colored hair and is smiling, indicating a positive interaction.
Background: Two additional individuals are standing slightly behind the central pair. Both are dressed in formal attire—suits and hats—consistent with mid-20th-century fashion. They appear to be observing the interaction or waiting their turn, with one holding what looks like a small object or card.
Setting: The background features dense foliage and blooming flowers, suggesting a serene, natural environment. The lighting indicates it is daytime, with soft, diffused light filtering through the trees.
Album Details: The photograph is mounted on a light-colored page within a bound album. The album has a green spine and visible tabs or markers on the edge, indicating it is part of an organized collection. Handwritten text on the right side of the page reads:
"MARY WADSWORTH'S GARDEN, HILLSBORO, OREGON, MAY 1955", providing context about the location, event, and date.
The overall composition conveys a sense of formality and warmth, capturing a moment of social interaction in a pleasant outdoor setting.
The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a man and woman shaking hands, with two women standing behind them. The photograph is placed on top of a book or scrapbook page.
The image is a black-and-white photograph of a man in a suit shaking hands with an elderly woman, who is wearing a dark dress and a corsage. The scene appears to be set outdoors, with trees and bushes visible in the background. Two women are standing behind the elderly woman, watching the handshake. The photograph is placed on top of a file folder, which has a label that reads "Mary Wadsworth's Farewell Party, Forest Garden, May 1955." The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a formal event or ceremony, possibly a retirement party or farewell gathering for Mary Wadsworth.
The image is a black-and-white photograph of a group of people in formal attire, standing in front of a wooded area. The photo is mounted on a page in a scrapbook or album.
The image is a black-and-white photograph of four people in a garden setting, with handwritten notes on the right side of the photo and a green folder.
The image appears to be a historical photograph of a farewell party for Mary Wadsworth, taken in Fogg Garden in May 1955.