The Capitol, Blue and Green Rooms, 1172-B

Collection Type

  • Photography

GUSN

GUSN-392305

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Description

The image features two distinct views of rooms within the Capitol, referred to as the Blue and Green Rooms. The left side shows a luxuriously appointed room with an ornate ceiling design, a large chandelier, heavy drapery, and elegant furniture, including a sofa and armchairs. The right side displays an elaborately decorated wall with a mirror, floral arrangements, candelabras, and cushioned chairs on either side.

Details

Descriptive Terms

interior views
drawing rooms
reception rooms
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

2211

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP025079
B-Series negative 1172-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC022

Collection Name

Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

Date of Acquisition

1918-09

Reference Code

PC022.001.001.001.1172-B

Places

Washington (DC)

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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