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Creator:
United States National Museum Photographic Laboratory  Search this
Subject:
Arbeely, Habeeb  Search this
United States National Museum  Search this
Physical description:
8 x 10;
Type:
Glass negatives
Place:
United States
Syria
Arab countries
Date:
1880
1880s
Notes:
The Arbeely family are thought to be the first Syrian immigrant family in the United States. They travelled extensively across the U.S. reenacting scenes from their homeland while dressed in native costume.
Summary:
Arbeely brothers perform in women's costumes from the Middle East.
Cite as:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Acc. 11-007, Box 011, Image No. MNH-2712
Repository Loc.:
Smithsonian Institution Archives Capital Gallery, Suite 3000, MRC 507; 600 Maryland Avenue, SW; Washington, DC 20024-2520
Topic:
Ethnic costume  Search this
Performances  Search this
Immigrants  Search this
Local number:
SIA Acc. 11-007 [MNH-2712]
Restrictions & Rights:
No access restrictions Many of SIA's holdings are located off-site, and advance notice is recommended to consult a collection. Please email the SIA Reference Team at osiaref@si.edu
No Copyright - United States
Data Source:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:siris_arc_388218