Corner of library showing bookcases, statues, and clocks, CH138-B

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1888-1914

GUSN

GUSN-372848

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Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection
Negatives
Medium negatives
Corner of library showing bookcases, statues, and clocks, CH138-B
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Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection
- Negatives
  - Medium negatives

Description

The image depicts a corner of a library featuring several bookcases filled with books. A variety of statues, some of which are placed on top of the bookcases, can be seen along with multiple clocks. The room is decorated with framed artwork on the walls.

Details

Descriptive Terms

libraries (buildings)
interior views
bookshelves
books
desks
chairs (furniture forms)
lamps (lighting devices)
clocks
portraits
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP002157
Chandler negative CH138-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC019

Collection Name

Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

Date of Acquisition

1983

Reference Code

PC019.001.B.CH138-B

Record Details

Originator

Chandler, Horace Parker (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Subjects

Libraries
Interior architecture

Description Level

Item

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