Man and dog seated on Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 18841-A

Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

ca. 1890

GUSN

GUSN-386060

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Description

The image shows a person sitting on a sidewalk on Beacon Street in Boston, Massachusetts. They are accompanied by a dog wearing a sweater. The individual is dressed in layered clothing and surrounded by a bag and some personal items. The man was described as a "beggar" who "has been seen in front of the State House for many years." The backdrop consists of a stone wall and railings, with buildings visible in the background. The shadow of the photographer is visible.

Details

Descriptive Terms

sidewalks
dog (animal)
sweaters
clothing
People
buildings (structures)
photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP022154
A-Series negative 18841-A

Physical Descrption

1 film negative

Collection Code

PC098

Collection Name

Annie Haven Thwing Photographic Collection, circa 1890-1900

Reference Code

PC098.01.05.18841-A

Places

Boston (Suffolk county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Thwing, Annie Haven, 1851-1940 (Photographer)

Material Type

photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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