Boston Lighthouse, 310-B

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1915-01-20

GUSN

GUSN-391466

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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
Negatives
Artwork
Prints and Engravings
Boston Lighthouse, 310-B
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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
- Negatives
  - Artwork
    - Prints and Engravings

Description

The image depicts Boston Lighthouse situated on a rocky island. A tall lighthouse stands prominently, surrounded by smaller buildings. Several sailing ships are visible on the surrounding waters, with one small boat carrying two figures in the foreground. The sea appears to be choppy, with visible waves. Birds are flying above the water.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
lighthouses
engravings (prints)
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

16586

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP024223
B-Series negative 310-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC022

Collection Name

Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

Date of Acquisition

1918-09-17

Reference Code

PC022.001.001.004.310-B

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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