Historic New England

Samuel Phillips Savage, Painting by John Singlton Copley, 98-C

The painting depicts a man seated at a table, holding a pen and a book. He has long, light-colored hair and is wearing formal attire of the time. Several books are stacked on the table beside him.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393109

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.98-C

Sarah Tyler (Mrs. Samuel Phillips Savage), Painting by John Singleton Copley, 100-C

The image is a painting by John Singleton Copley depicting Sarah Tyler, also known as Mrs. Samuel Phillips Savage. She is portrayed seated with one hand resting on her lap and the other beside her. She is wearing a bonnet and elaborate clothing with visible details on the sleeves and bodice. The bac...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393110

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.100-C

Appeal to the Great Spirit, 122-C

The image features the statue "Appeal to the Great Spirit," depicting a Native American man seated on a horse with his arms raised and head tilted upward. The statue is positioned in front of a building, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

Date: 1912-10-01

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393111

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.122-C

Appeal to the Great Spirit, 123-C

The image shows a statue titled "Appeal to the Great Spirit," depicting a man with braided hair sitting on a horse. The man is shirtless and has his arms extended outward, with his head tilted back. The horse is standing on a base, and both figures appear to be sculpted in a lifelike manner.

Date: 1912-09-24

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393112

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.123-C

Appeal to the Great Spirit, 124-C

The image shows a sculpture titled "Appeal to the Great Spirit." It depicts a Native American figure on horseback, facing upward with arms extended, suggesting a gesture towards the sky. The sculpture is mounted on a large stone pedestal, and part of a building can be seen in the background.

Date: 1912-09-27

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393113

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.124-C

Hon. William Appleton, Painting by George Healey, 66-C

The image is a painting by George Healey depicting Hon. William Appleton. It presents an upper-body portrait of a man in profile facing to the right, dressed in formal 19th-century attire including a high-collared shirt and a dark coat. The painting is framed with an ornamental border.

Date: 1914-03-21

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393114

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.66-C

Alanson Wilder Beard, Painting by Fredrick P. Vinton, 67-C

The painting titled "Alanson Wilder Beard" by Fredrick P. Vinton depicts an older man in formal attire. He is standing, wearing a long coat over a vest and tie, and holding a pair of eyeglasses. The background is plain and dark, highlighting the subject.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393115

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.67-C

President Grover Cleveland, Painting by Wilton Lockwood, 68-C

The image is a painting by Wilton Lockwood depicting President Grover Cleveland. He is seated, wearing a suit, with one hand resting on a table that holds an open book. The background is a simple, shaded backdrop.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393116

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.68-C

Isabella and the Pot of Basil, Painting by John White Alexander, 126-C

The image depicts the painting "Isabella and the Pot of Basil" by John White Alexander. It shows a woman standing and leaning towards a large pot which she touches gently. She is draped in flowing garments and appears contemplative as she looks at the pot. A few roses are placed beside the pot, enha...

Date: 1909-02-01

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393117

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.126-C

Appeal to the Great Spirit, Statue by Cyrus Dallin, 125-C

The image depicts the statue "Appeal to the Great Spirit" by Cyrus Dallin. It features a Native American man sitting on a horse with his arms outstretched and head tilted upwards. The statue is mounted on a pedestal.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393118

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.125-C

Minute Man Monument, 127-C

The image shows the Minute Man Monument, depicting a statue of a man wearing period clothing and holding a rifle. The statue stands on a pedestal, which displays a plaque with engraved text on one side. In the background, there are grassy fields and several trees.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393119

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.127-C

Isabella and the Pot of Basil, Painting by John White Alexander, 128-C

The image titled "Isabella and the Pot of Basil, depicts a woman standing in profile with her hands extended towards a large pot. She is dressed in a long, flowing garment and appears to be engaged with the pot, which is positioned on a ledge.

Date: 1919-01-27

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393120

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.128-C

Appeal to the Great Spirit, Statue by Cyrus Dallin, 129-C

The image depicts the statue "Appeal to the Great Spirit" by Cyrus Dallin. It shows a Native American figure on horseback, positioned on a pedestal. The figure is seated with arms outstretched upwards, wearing traditional attire including a headdress. The horse stands with its head gently bowed.

Date: 1912-09-27

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 393121

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.129-C

Blodgett, Brothers & Co., No. 52 [and 63] Kilby Street, Boston, undated

This card shows the business includes automatic fire alarm apparatus, electric gass lighting, automatic burners, general electric and telephone supplies and annunciators, batteries, and bells. The front of the card shows a detailed line drawing of the interior of a home with large staircase. The ...

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 393125

Ref. Code: EP001.01.035.01.01.007

Two trade cards; Stearns' Rolled Braid, Wright Manufacturing, Atlantic Mills, Lawrence, Mass., 1881

The two trade cards are printed in three colors and include fine line drawings and gold ink. The cards show A.W. Stearns as the treasurer. One card depicts a calendar for 1881 and gives a brief history while the other provides a summary of the materials and the quality of the manufactured woolen and...

Date: 1865-1881

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 393133

Ref. Code: EP001.01.102.01.01.015

Trade card ; A.V. Brown photographer, 50 Brown St., Hartford, Conn, undated

"Home scenes and home pets a specialty"

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 393137

Ref. Code: EP001.01.089.01.04.019

Cabinet card/tradecard with advertisement, Weston photographers, 2 Smith Block, Bangor Maine, undated

This cabinet card has a unique advertisement on the verso showing a detailed line drawing of the photographers studio in Bangor, Maine. The sitters on the front of the card are a young woman in a dark blouse and dark hair holding a young child. They are unidentified and the card is undated. Emb...

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 393144

Ref. Code: EP001.01.089.01.04.020

Strawberry Hill House and Parade Coach

A newspaper clipping, from "The White Mountain Echo," is pasted on the back of the mounted photograph, which states: "STRAWBERRY HILL HOUSE, BETHLEHEM. The transformation wrought in the Strawberry Hill coach was wonderful and pronounced by all as a beauty. The body was completely covered with whit...

Date: August 25, 1896

Collection: General photographic collection

GUSN: 393382

Ref. Code: PC001.02.01.USNH.0130.0020.001

Emily Campbell Priest and Mary Durant Priest

This hand-tinted photograph captures Emily Campbell Priest (1851-1936) on the left and Mary Durant Priest (1857-1929) on the right. Emily is wearing a white gingham dress and Mary is wearing a blue off-the-shoulder dress and a red necklace.

Date: circa 1860

Collection: General photographic collection

GUSN: 393383

Ref. Code: PC001.02.02.1600.0100.002

New Bedford High School Football Team, 1923

This photograph depicts the New Bedford High School football team of 1923 in front of a building. There are three rows of players seated in uniform and in the back are three people standing in suits. The student in the center is holding a football with the number 23 on it. The photograph is mounted ...

Date: 1923

Collection: General photographic collection

GUSN: 393384

Ref. Code: PC001.02.02.3000.0100.014

Coaching Parade and the Strawberry Hill House Coach

A decorated horse-drawn coach is near an archway labeled "Coaching Parade 1896." A newspaper clipping, from "Among the Clouds," is pasted to the back of the mounted photograph, which states: "The Strawberry Hill House coach came next in line. It had been transformed into a pink and white creatio...

Date: August 25, 1896

Collection: General photographic collection

GUSN: 393385

Ref. Code: PC001.02.01.USNH.0130.0020.002

Festive Accents for the year 'round Party Table, A Dennison Book, 1950s

This illustrated instruction book shows various crafting project ideas to celebrate holidays across the year. The instructions for each item calls for materials made by the Dennison Company to create each decoration. The verso of the catalogue shows other books and materials available for purchase.

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 393386

Ref. Code: EP001.12.003.001.041

this is the way we wrap our gifts, Dennison, 1956

This full-color instruction book with photographs and diagrams shows various creative ideas for wrapping gifts. The instructions shows how paper, ribbons, seals, tags, wires, tape and other crafting materials made by the Dennison Company can be used to create unique wrappings for gifts.

Date: 1956

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 393387

Ref. Code: EP001.12.003.001.042

Halloween Party Book, Whitman Publishing Co., 1954

This is a full color booklet with cartoon-like illustrations. The booklet supplies the paper items for a juvenile Halloween party. Items are meant to be cut out of the book, assembled, and used for invitations, games, masks, decorations, and game pieces. Copyright, 1954, by Whitman Publishing Co., ...

Date: 1954

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 393388

Ref. Code: EP001.12.005.001.054

Let's have a Party, Another Gayron Product, 1961

This booklet contains harmful imagery including harmful depictions of Indigenous, Black, and Asian people. Historic New England acknowledges historical records / objects may contain harmful imagery and language reflecting attitudes and biases of their creators and time in which they were made. Hi...

Date: 1961

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 393389

Ref. Code: EP001.12.003.001.043

Lobster Fisherman, Ipswich Bay

A lobster fisherman uses an oar to help manuver the dory at the shoreline. A large lobster trap is in the Dory and seaweed in scattered along the beach.

Collection: Yankee Publishing Photograph Collection, 1890-1950

GUSN: 393390

Ref. Code: PC053.08.132

Lobster Fisherman

A lobster fisherman in a dory tends to his fishing gear.

Collection: Yankee Publishing Photograph Collection, 1890-1950

GUSN: 393391

Ref. Code: PC053.08.133

"Pinkie," Gloucester Harbor

Several sailing vessels and boats are in the Gloucester Harbor. In the background are houses and buildings.

Collection: Yankee Publishing Photograph Collection, 1890-1950

GUSN: 393392

Ref. Code: PC053.08.134

The Great Clipper Ship in Gloucester Harbor

Ships, boats, barrels, and other buildings in Gloucester Harbor are covered in snow.

Collection: Yankee Publishing Photograph Collection, 1890-1950

GUSN: 393393

Ref. Code: PC053.08.135

Ship "Sooloo" of Salem

The image captures a print of the ship "Sooloo" of Salem, W. G. Nutting Master, entering Marseille in 1844.

Collection: Yankee Publishing Photograph Collection, 1890-1950

GUSN: 393394

Ref. Code: PC053.08.136

Fundraisers/Charity events

Sub-series

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 393396

Ref. Code: EP001.09.006

Charity Horse Show, Brookline Riding School, 1918

This booklet outlines the different types of horses and the schedule of riding events, as well as the names of various board members and patrons of the Brookline [Massachusetts] Riding school. The event raised money for Hillside School in Greenwich Village, Massachusetts. The program includes a tw...

Date: 1918

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 393397

Ref. Code: EP001.09.006.001

"Elmhurst", 35 Webster Street, West Newton, Massachusetts, undated

This small reproduced photograph of the exterior of the house and the barn appears to be taken from the street.

Date: undated

Collection: General photographic collection

GUSN: 393435

Ref. Code: PC001.02.01.USMA.2050.0010.002

The Nathaniel Topliff Allen Homestead, Music Room, West Newton, Massachusetts, undated

Image shows a well furnished room with two pianos, many bookcases, chairs, lamps, and rugs. Photographic paper is thin, handle with care.

Date: undated

Collection: Domestic interiors photographic collection

GUSN: 393440

Ref. Code: PC002.USMA.Newton.144.11

The Nathaniel Topliff Allen Homestead, West Newton, Massachusetts, undated

Image shows a well furnished room with many bookcases, chairs, lighting, and rugs. A stairway is visible in the background. Photographic paper is thin, handle with care.

Date: undated

Collection: Domestic interiors photographic collection

GUSN: 393441

Ref. Code: PC002.USMA.Newton.144.12

2023 Accrual. Photographic materials, 1907-1910

This small accrual contains 4 black and white photographs mounted on separate heavy boards. On the verso of the boards are the stamped words "Property of the Chapman Co. / Boston, Mass." or "The Chapman Co.", or "Waldo E. Chapman" The black-and-white photographs depict images of both hanging light...

Date: 1907-1910, undated

Collection: The Chapman Company collection

GUSN: 393442

Ref. Code: CC020.004

Small photographs - mounted, circa 1907-1910

4 mounted photographs, black-and-white, 4 x 5 inches

Date: undated

Collection: The Chapman Company collection

GUSN: 393443

Ref. Code: CC020.004.001

Letter from Pope Gregory XVI to Miss Monroe, Hay Letter, 1469-B

The image displays a letter from Pope Gregory XVI to Miss Monroe. The letter is partially composed in two visible languages, with cursive handwriting on aged paper. It is placed on top of a book with visible text on the spine, which lists various educational subjects. A decorative pattern is partial...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392596

Ref. Code: PC022.001.003.001.1469-B

Letter from Pope Gregory XVI to Miss Monroe, Hay Letter, 1470-B

The image displays two partially overlapping sheets of paper with handwritten text. The letters contain writing in both French and English. The content of the letters references Pope Gregory XVI, and they are addressed to Miss Monroe. Some portions of the text are dated, mentioning locations such as...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392597

Ref. Code: PC022.001.003.001.1470-B

Coffeeware, Spur, and Buckle at President Monroe's House, 1471-B

The image displays a collection of items against a draped backdrop. On the left, there is a large, ornate tankard with a handle and lid. To its right is a smaller metallic pitcher or noggin cup. Near it is another cup with a simple design. Hanging in the background are a boot spur with a decorative ...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392598

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.1471-B

Letter from Andrew Jackson and Portrait of a Woman, 1472-B

The image features a handwritten letter from Andrew Jackson, containing multiple lines of text. Adjacent to the letter is a portrait of a woman, framed within an oval on a card. The woman is dressed in formal attire, including a hat, and the card bears the name "Wm. Howard, Photographer, Sag Harbor"...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392599

Ref. Code: PC022.001.003.001.1472-B

President Jackson's Letter to A. J. Donelson, 1473-B

The image features a handwritten letter from President Jackson to A. J. Donelson. The letter is laid out on a surface with a patterned design. The text appears to address topics related to dedication, education, and future potential, mentioning phrases such as "apply to your studies" and references ...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392600

Ref. Code: PC022.001.003.001.1473-B

President Andrew Jackson's Purse, Card Case, and Miniature, 1474-B

The image shows a display of several historical items: a beaded purse, a card case labeled "Visits," and a miniature portrait. The portrait, set within a beaded decoration, depicts a man and is identified by the title as related to President Andrew Jackson. The beaded decoration also features the ph...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392601

Ref. Code: PC022.001.003.001.1474-B

Letter from Andrew Jackson to A. J. Donelson, 1475-B

The image shows a letter from Andrew Jackson, dated April 22, 1833, written from Washington. The text is handwritten in cursive on a single sheet of paper. The left side of the image features the envelope with additional postal information. The background has a decorative pattern with small leaf mot...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392602

Ref. Code: PC022.001.003.001.1475-B

Letter from Andrew Jackson to A. J. Donelson, 1476-B

The image displays a handwritten letter from President Jackson to A. J. Donelson, dated December 24, 1836, in Washington. The letter is written on a folded piece of paper placed against a patterned backdrop. The text is visible across both sides of the paper, with a note indicating "Mrs. Emily Donel...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392603

Ref. Code: PC022.001.003.001.1476-B

Patrick A. Collins Medallion, 1477-B

The image shows a medallion featuring a side profile of a man with the name "Patrick A. Collins" inscribed around the edge. The medallion is set against a flat, dark background. The name "R.E." appears as a signature on the medallion as well as the number 97. It was noted as a Boston Art Commission.

Date: 1913-06-19

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392604

Ref. Code: PC022.001.003.002.1477-B

James Madison, 1478-B

The image features a framed portrait of James Madison. The painting shows a man with white hair, wearing a dark coat and a high-collared white shirt. The ornate frame surrounding the portrait has decorative elements and appears to be displayed against a textured backdrop.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392605

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.1478-B

James Madison, Painting by Gilbert Stuart, 1479-B

The image is a painting titled "James Madison," created by Gilbert Stuart. It depicts a man seated, dressed in formal attire, with his right hand resting on a surface and his left arm on the armrest of a chair. The painting is framed, and the background includes drapery and a column. It was photogra...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392606

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.1479-B

James Madison, Painting by Gilbert Stuart, 1480-B

The image shows a painting of James Madison by Gilbert Stuart. Madison is depicted seated, wearing a dark coat, waistcoat, and cravat. His right arm rests on a piece of furniture covered with a cloth. The portrait captures Madison in a formal pose, set against a plain background. It was photographed...

Date: 1902-06-16

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392607

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.1480-B

Detail of James Madison, Painting by Gilbert Stuart, 1481-B

The image is a detail of a painting by Gilbert Stuart, depicting James Madison. It shows Madison seated, wearing a jacket with a high collar and buttons, along with a white cravat, against a plain background. Photographed at the Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Maine.

Date: 1902-06-13

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392608

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.1481-B

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