Nashaquitsa Cliffs, 1705-B

Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

ca. 1887

GUSN

GUSN-392832

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Description

The image depicts the Nashaquitsa Cliffs, as stated in the title. It shows a rugged landscape with steep cliff faces and rocky formations. The surface of the cliffs features numerous cracks and crevices, indicative of erosion or geological activity. The foreground appears to be a sandy or barren area leading up to the cliffs.

Details

Descriptive Terms

cliffs
natural landscapes
black-and-white photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

2152

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP025611
B-Series negative 1705-B

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

PC022.001.002.001.024.1705-B

Places

Nashaquitsa (Martha's Vineyard, Dukes county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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