Masonry work showing lower six courses, north abutment, east corner, Bridge #209, Canaan, New York, 10579-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-382346

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Description

The image displays a close-up view of the lower six courses of masonry work on the north abutment at the east corner of Bridge #209 in Canaan, New York. The stone blocks are arranged in a structural layout showing distinct horizontal layers. Water is visible at the bottom of the structure.

Details

Descriptive Terms

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

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP003494
B-Series negative 10579-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

PC015.002.790.10579-B

Places

Canaan (Columbia county, New York state)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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