Construction detail of unidentified bridge, lower bracing, 8166-B

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-383901

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Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920
Glass plate negatives
Unidentified buildings, equipment, railroad yards, etc.
Construction detail of unidentified bridge, lower bracing, 8166-B
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Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920
- Glass plate negatives
  - Unidentified buildings, equipment, railroad yards, etc.

Description

The image shows a construction detail of an unidentified bridge focusing on its lower bracing. Various wooden beams are positioned diagonally and horizontally, providing structural support. A person is partially visible on the left side, standing among scattered rocks and debris.

Details

Descriptive Terms

bridges (built works)
braces (supporting elements)
construction (assembling)
workers
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP012806
B-Series negative 8166-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

Reference Code

PC015.002.720.8166-B

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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