ca. 1890
GUSN-386060
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.
sidewalks
dog (animal)
sweaters
clothing
People
buildings (structures)
photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)
IMLS Negative Barcode NP022154
A-Series negative 18841-A
1 film negative
PC098
Annie Haven Thwing Photographic Collection, circa 1890-1900
PC098.01.05.18841-A
Boston (Suffolk county, Massachusetts)
Thwing, Annie Haven, 1851-1940 (Photographer)
photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)
Item
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