Scene in the Berkshire Mountains, Russell, Massachusetts, 5600-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-382885

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Description

The image depicts a scenic view in the Berkshire Mountains, Russell, Massachusetts. Two men are standing in the foreground on rocky terrain, surrounded by trees and grassy fields. In the background, there are hills with dense forests and a few buildings, likely farmhouses or barns, dotting the landscape.

Details

Descriptive Terms

farms
mountains
forests
fields (land)
men (male humans)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP011604
B-Series negative 5600-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

Date of Acquisition

1965

Reference Code

PC015.002.510.5600-B

Places

Russell (Hampden County, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Conservation Note

NEEDS PRESERVATION: The top left corner of this negative is damaged. Handle with care.

Description Level

Item

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