Interior view of pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5893-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-383156

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Description

The image shows the interior of a pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The space features large structural beams and a high ceiling with several hanging light fixtures. Stacks of goods or bales are visible in the lower section of the pier. Walls and a stair-like structure are evident on the right side of the image.

Details

Descriptive Terms

piers (marine landings)
interior views
bales (object genre)
beams (structural elements)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP011876
B-Series negative 5893-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

1965

Reference Code

PC015.002.270.5893-B

Places

East Boston (Boston, Suffolk county, Massachusetts) [neighborhood]

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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