Shubael Hewes House 1775-6, Probably Antedates that 100 Years, 484-B

Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1906-04-10

GUSN

GUSN-391638

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Description

The image depicts the Shubael Hewes House, built around 1775-6, located in an urban setting. The building is surrounded by various businesses, including "Chelsea Dye House" prominently displayed on the facade. Other businesses in the vicinity include a tag manufacturer, jewelers, and a shop selling books and stationery. The architecture features multiple levels with signs advertising different products and services. Photographed for Edward McGlennon Reg. Officer - Old Court House.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
houses
storefronts
buildings (structures)
signs (declatory or advertising artifacts)
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

10224

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP024400
B-Series negative 484-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

PC022.001.002.001.002.484-B

Places

Boston (Suffolk county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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