"The Slump," Nashaquitsa Cliffs, 857-B

Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

ca. 1887

GUSN

GUSN-392003

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Description

The image depicts "The Slump" at Nashaquitsa Cliffs. In the foreground, a section of the cliff's edge shows a distinct crack and downward slope, suggesting erosion or geological movement. Grass covers much of the visible ground, while a fence runs along the top edge of the cliff. The scene overlooks a coastline with distant cliffs extending into the background.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
cliffs
oceans
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

2151

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP024772
B-Series negative 857-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

PC022.001.002.001.024.857-B

Places

Chilmark (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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