The Schooner Yacht "America," 1210-B

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1901-05-18

GUSN

GUSN-392342

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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
Negatives
Artwork
Engravings of Ships
The Schooner Yacht "America," 1210-B
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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
- Negatives
  - Artwork
    - Engravings of Ships

Description

The image, from the Illustrated London News dated August 30, 1851, depicts the schooner yacht "America." The yacht is shown sailing on the water with its sails fully extended. The scene includes detailed rigging and the vessel's sleek design, characteristic of a competitive racing yacht of its time. Text accompanying the image provides information about its participation in a race, known historically for winning the first America's Cup.

Details

Descriptive Terms

schooners
yachts
sailing vessels
prints (visual works)
newspapers
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

11578

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP025116
B-Series negative 1210-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

PC022.001.001.005.1210-B

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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