Old stone arch bridge #143 over Westfield River, built in 1840, Middlefield, Mass., 10552-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-382320

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Description

The image depicts an old stone arch bridge spanning the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The bridge, built in 1840, features a classic stone arch design. It is surrounded by trees and vegetation, with some rocks visible near the riverbank.

Details

Descriptive Terms

arch bridges
streams
woods (plant communities)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP003467
B-Series negative 10552-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

1966

Reference Code

PC015.002.350.10552-B

Places

Middlefield (Hampshire County, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Conservation Note

NEEDS PRESERVATION: This negative is cracked in multiple places. Handle with care.

Description Level

Item

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