Portrait of Mrs. Noah Merriam, daughter of Abner Harlow, 29131-A

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1890-1929

GUSN

GUSN-388667

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Hiram Harlow photographic collection, 1890s-1920s
Glass Plate Negatives
Miscellaneous portraits
Identified
Portrait of Mrs. Noah Merriam, daughter of Abner Harlow, 29131-A
(current record)

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Hiram Harlow photographic collection, 1890s-1920s
- Glass Plate Negatives
  - Miscellaneous portraits
    - Identified

Description

The image is a portrait of Mrs. Noah Merriam, who is seated and facing forward. She is wearing a dark, patterned dress with a high collar and lace trim. Her hair is styled and pinned back, with a ribbon tied at her neck. The portrait is enclosed in an ornate frame.

Details

Descriptive Terms

women (female humans)
portraits
photographs
negatives (photographic)
photographic film (photographic materials)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP010530
A-Series negative 29131-A

Physical Descrption

1 film negative

Collection Code

PC029

Collection Name

Hiram Harlow photographic collection, 1890s-1920s

Date of Acquisition

1971

Reference Code

PC029.001.002.001.29131-A

Record Details

Originator

Harlow, Hiram (Photographer)

Material Type

negatives (photographic)
photographic film (photographic materials)

Conservation Note

NEEDS PRESERVATION: This negative is heavily degrading. Handle with care.

Description Level

Item

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