Gay Head Cliffs, 825-B

Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

ca. 1887

GUSN

GUSN-391973

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Description

The image depicts the Gay Head Cliffs from 1887, photographed by Baldwin Coolidge. It shows a steep cliffside view with the ocean visible below. The rugged terrain of the cliffs is prominently featured, extending toward the coastline in the distance.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
cliffs
oceans
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

2141

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP024741
B-Series negative 825-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

PC022.001.002.001.024.825-B

Places

Gay Head (Martha's Vineyard, Dukes county, Massachusetts) [cape]

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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