The Return of the 44th Massachusetts Volunteer Militia, Painting by Henry Sandham, 261-A

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Collection Type

Photography

GUSN

GUSN-391107

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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
Negatives
Artwork
Paintings, Drawings, and Silhouettes
The Return of the 44th Massachusetts Volunteer Militia, Painting by Henry Sandham, 261-A
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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
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  - Artwork
    - Paintings, Drawings, and Silhouettes

Description

The painting "The Return of the 44th Massachusetts Volunteer Militia" by Henry Sandham depicts a military procession. Soldiers are marching in formation, with some carrying flags. In the foreground, children and a woman, along with a dog, appear joyous and welcoming. The scene is set among trees, suggesting an outdoor, possibly celebratory environment.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
paintings (visual works)
military history
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

6035

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023849
A-Series negative 261-A

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

PC022.001.001.002.261-A

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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