Grandfather (Tall Case) clock, dial label - Caleb Wheaton?, Providence, Rhode Island, 7993-B

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1910-1939

GUSN

GUSN-387188

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Wallace Nutting photographic collection, 1910s-1930s
Glass Plate Negatives and Transparencies
Decorative Objects
Clocks
Grandfather (Tall Case) clock, dial label - Caleb Wheaton?, Providence, Rhode Island, 7993-B
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Wallace Nutting photographic collection, 1910s-1930s
- Glass Plate Negatives and Transparencies
  - Decorative Objects
    - Clocks

Description

The image shows a tall grandfather clock, possibly made by Caleb Wheaton, placed against a wall adorned with floral wallpaper. The clock features a detailed dial and an ornate wooden case with decorative finials on top. A partially visible door with glass panes is to the left of the clock.

Details

Descriptive Terms

tall case clocks
floor clocks
photographs
photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP013700
B-Series negative 7993-B

Physical Descrption

1 film negative

Collection Code

PC039

Collection Name

Wallace Nutting photographic collection, 1910s-1930s

Date of Acquisition

1969

Reference Code

PC039.001.003.001.7993-B

Places

Providence (Providence county, Rhode Island)

Record Details

Originator

Nutting, Wallace, 1861-1941 (Photographer)

Material Type

photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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