Bear trap, 29071-A

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1890-1929

GUSN

GUSN-388638

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Hiram Harlow photographic collection, 1890s-1920s
Glass Plate Negatives
Objects
Bear trap, 29071-A
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Hiram Harlow photographic collection, 1890s-1920s
- Glass Plate Negatives
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Description

The image shows a bear trap with a flat metal base and two curved metal jaws. There are two upright supports on either side and a raised metal trigger plate in the center. The trap is displayed against a plain backdrop.

Details

Descriptive Terms

traps (trapping equipment)
photographs
negatives (photographic)
photographic film (photographic materials)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP010470
A-Series negative 29071-A

Physical Descrption

1 film negative

Collection Code

PC029

Collection Name

Hiram Harlow photographic collection, 1890s-1920s

Date of Acquisition

ca. 1971

Reference Code

PC029.001.011.29071-A

Record Details

Originator

Harlow, Hiram (Photographer)

Material Type

negatives (photographic)
photographic film (photographic materials)

Description Level

Item

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