Gay Head Cliffs, 831-B

Collection Type

  • Photography

GUSN

GUSN-391979

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Description

The image shows the Gay Head Cliffs, characterized by steep, rugged terrain. The cliffs overlook a narrow beach below, with scattered rocks along the shoreline. Vegetation is visible on parts of the cliffs, and the ocean can be seen extending to the horizon.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
cliffs
oceans
sand
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

5630

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP024747
B-Series negative 831-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

PC022.001.002.001.024.831-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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