Basket maker, York, Maine, 7901-A

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1883-1886

GUSN

GUSN-389788

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Description

The image shows a basket maker in York, Maine. The individual is seated outdoors, engaged in weaving a large basket. He wears a wide-brimmed hat, a striped shirt, and a vest. Hanging on the wall behind him are strings of what appear to be dried vegetables or similar objects. Strips of material for basket weaving are placed beside him on the ground.

Details

Descriptive Terms

basket makers (craftsmen)
basketmaking
portraits
baskets (containers)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP027035
A-Series negative 7901-A

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC021

Collection Name

Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

Date of Acquisition

1925

Reference Code

PC021.001.002.7901-A

Date Notes

Acquired month: 04

Places

York county (Maine) [county]

Record Details

Originator

Coleman, Emma Lewis (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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