Bridge #149, view of abutment, Becket, Massachusetts, 8085-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1903

GUSN

GUSN-383821

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Description

The image depicts the view of a stone abutment of Bridge #149 located in Becket, Massachusetts. The abutment is composed of large, roughly-hewn stone blocks stacked together, with visible shadows cast by the structure above. Some vegetation is visible at the base of the abutment.

Details

Descriptive Terms

bridges (built works)
abutments
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP012724
B-Series negative 8085-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

Reference Code

PC015.002.060.8085-B

Date Notes

Created month: 07

Places

Becket (Berkshire county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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