Joffa Slip, building washed away during heavy gale, GN-2326

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1885

GUSN

GUSN-377726

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George E. Noyes photographic collection, 1860s-1940s
Negatives
Negative numbers GN2301-GN2400
Joffa Slip, building washed away during heavy gale, GN-2326
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George E. Noyes photographic collection, 1860s-1940s
- Negatives
  - Negative numbers GN2301-GN2400

Description

The image shows a coastal scene with a wooden structure, likely damaged or partly washed away. Several men are standing near the structure on a wooden platform that extends over the water. A few boats are visible in the water and there is debris on the shore. The landscape includes marshy patches and a coastline extending into the distance.

Details

Descriptive Terms

buildings (structures)
exterior views
shores (landforms)
boats
photographs
photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP005736
Noyes negative GN-2326

Physical Descrption

1 film negative

Collection Code

PC038

Collection Name

George E. Noyes photographic collection, 1860s-1940s

Reference Code

PC038.01.018.GN-2326

Record Details

Originator

Noyes, George E. (Photographer)

Material Type

photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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