Fireplace and mantel in the Frost House, Eliot, Maine, GN-1179

Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1860-1949

GUSN

GUSN-377329

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Description

The image shows a fireplace and mantel located in the Frost House in Eliot, Maine. The fireplace features a classic design with a decorative mantel shelf, on which small figurines and objects are displayed. Above the mantel is a panel decorated with a carved bird with outstretched wings and two pineapple motifs. Firewood is stacked inside the fireplace and fireplace tools are positioned on either side. The surrounding walls have a paneled design.

Details

Descriptive Terms

houses
residential structures
interior views
historic houses
fireplaces
mantels
photographs
photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP005333
Noyes negative GN-1179

Physical Descrption

1 film negative

Collection Code

PC038

Collection Name

George E. Noyes photographic collection, 1860s-1940s

Reference Code

PC038.01.012.GN-1179

Places

Eliot (York county, Maine)

Record Details

Originator

Noyes, George E. (Photographer)

Material Type

photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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