Ames Building, 2-C

Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1891-05-04

GUSN

GUSN-393037

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Description

The image shows the Ames Building, a tall structure with a notable façade featuring rows of windows and architectural details such as arches on the upper floors. The building is situated in an urban environment with other buildings visible around it, one of which has a steeple. Rooftops and power lines are also visible in the foreground.

Details

Descriptive Terms

historic buildings
high-rise buildings
cityscapes (representations)
gelatin dry plate negatives

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP028838
C-Series negative 2-C

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC022

Collection Name

Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

Reference Code

PC022.001.002.001.002.2-C

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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