Ovenden's automobile, West Boylston, Massachusetts, 10241-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1929

GUSN

GUSN-389261

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Description

The image depicts an early automobile in West Boylston, Massachusetts, attributed to Ovenden. The vehicle has a simple box-like body mounted on four large spoked wheels. Visible mechanical components are located underneath the seating area and there is a steering mechanism in front. The background features a plain fabric backdrop.

Details

Descriptive Terms

automobiles
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP011154
B-Series negative 10241-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC029

Collection Name

Hiram Harlow photographic collection, 1890s-1920s

Date of Acquisition

ca. 1971

Reference Code

PC029.001.011.10241-B

Places

West Boylston (Worcester county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Harlow, Hiram (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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