Historic New England

Businesses along State Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5031-B

The image shows a row of multi-story commercial buildings along State Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The building on the right has a sign for "Harrison Brothers Co." and below, "M. Rosenfeld." Another sign reads "New England Navigation Co." A sign in the window of the central building says "To Let...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390506

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5031-B

Guilds drug store, Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5032-B

The image shows a multi-story brick building on Boylston Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The ground floor houses Guilds Drug Store with its signage visible. There are several early 20th-century automobiles parked along the street, and snow is visible on the ground.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390507

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5032-B

The Berkeley Building, 420 Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5033-B

The image shows the First National Bank Building located at 426 Boylston Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a multi-story structure with an ornate faÃ§ade featuring numerous large windows and decorative architectural details. Several early 20th-century automobiles and a few pedestrians...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390508

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.002.5033-B

Old Colony School for girls, 319 Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5034-B

The image shows the facade of the Old Colony School for Girls located at 319 Beacon Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The building features multiple stories with bay windows and distinct architectural detailing, including arched windows and decorative stonework. Stairs lead up to the main entrance, w...

Date: 1924-07-30

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390509

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.5034-B

House down the hill from the Grand Lodge of the Ancient Order of United Workers, 12 Walnut Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5035-B

The image shows a multi-story brick house located down the hill from the Grand Lodge of the Ancient Order of United Workers at 12 Walnut Street, Boston. The facade features tall windows and decorative architectural elements around the entrances. Two people are seen near the front door and a vintage ...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390510

Ref. Code: PC020.001.003.5035-B

Businesses from 159-165 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts, 5036-B

The image depicts a multi-story commercial building located at 159-165 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts. The facade features large arched windows and decorative elements on the upper portions. Various businesses are visible on the ground floor, including "W. J. Walker Co.", "Gray, Dunphy ...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390511

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5036-B

Looking up Somerset Street, Somerset baths on the right, Boston, Massachusetts, 5038-B

The image depicts a view looking up Somerset Street in Boston, Massachusetts. On the right side, there is a building with a sign for âSomerset Baths.â The street is lined with various buildings on both sides, and a motor vehicle is visible in the background.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390512

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.009.5038-B

Building at 33-35 John Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5039-B

This image shows a multi-story brick building located at 33-35 John Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The facade features multiple windows and several fire escape balconies. A sign on the building reads, "TO LET THIS ENTIRE BUILDING 110 WASHINGTON ST. OR YOUR OWN BROKER." The street in front is cobbl...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390513

Ref. Code: PC020.001.005.5039-B

Building at 159-165 Massachusetts Avenue, rear, Boston, Massachusetts, 5040-B

The image depicts the rear of a brick building located at 159-165 Massachusetts Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts. The structure features multiple stories, fire escapes, and awning-covered windows. On the ground level, several early 20th-century automobiles and a delivery truck can be seen parked.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390514

Ref. Code: PC020.001.005.5040-B

Businesses from 29-35 Temple Place, Boston, Massachusetts, 5041-B

The image shows the facade of buildings located at 29-35 Temple Place in Boston, Massachusetts. The businesses include "Watkins & Son Chiropodists" on the upper floor and "Beattie & McGuire." The ground floor features the "D.R. Emerson Company," showcasing a storefront with displays of garments such...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390515

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5041-B

Businesses from 106-112 Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5042-B

The image depicts a multi-story commercial building located at 106-112 Summer Street in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible businesses include Brown & Shorey, Callaway Mills, Minot Hooper & Co., J. Adlow, John F. Travers Shoe Co., Everlast Sporting Goods Co., Dewey Radio, Foss Shoe Store, and Kollens. Va...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390516

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5042-B

Hudson Essex Service Department, Henley Kimball Co., Vassar Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 4979-B

The image shows the Hudson Essex Service Department at Henley Kimball Co. on Vassar Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts. A row of early 20th-century automobiles is parked in front of the factory. The building features a sign that reads "Hudson & Essex Service," and several smokestacks and a water tow...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390517

Ref. Code: PC020.001.004.001.4979-B

Muzzey Jr. High School, Percyâs Cannon Monument in front, Lexington, Massachusetts, 4987-B

The image shows Muzzey Jr. High School in Lexington, Massachusetts, featuring a large brick building with multiple windows and a cupola on the roof. In the foreground, there is Percyâs Cannon Monument, consisting of a cannon mounted on a stone base. The monument commemorates "the spot Earl Percy w...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390518

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4987-B

Newton High School, Newton, Massachusetts, 4989-B

The image shows the Newton High School in Newton, Massachusetts. The architecture features classical elements, including decorative moldings above the windows and a balustrade along the roofline. Two arched doorways with steps lead up to the entrance. There is a tree partially visible in the foregro...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390519

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4989-B

Newton High School, Newton, Massachusetts, 4990-B

The image depicts Newton High School in Newton, Massachusetts. It is a large, multi-story brick building with a series of arched windows and entrances. The architecture features decorative elements and multiple wings extending from the central structure.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390520

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4990-B

Newton High School, Newton, Massachusetts, 4991-B

The image shows the exterior of Newton High School in Newton, Massachusetts. The building is a large, multi-story structure with brick walls and numerous windows. The facade features arched entryways and decorative stonework.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390521

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4991-B

D & L Slade & Co. headquarters, Boston, Massachusetts, 5043-B

The image depicts the D & L Slade & Co. headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a multi-story brick structure with numerous evenly spaced windows across its facade. A large pipe runs vertically along the building, and there are fire escapes attached to the exterior. Signage for "Slade...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390522

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.002.5043-B

Businesses from 242-246 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts, 5044-B

The image depicts a multi-story brick building located from 242-246 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts. Several businesses are visible on the ground floor, including a storefront for "L. K. Leggett Co., Drugs." Other signs for businesses are visible on the exterior of the building including...

Date: 1925-11-11

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390523

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5044-B

L. K. Liggett Co. drug store, 246 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts, 5045-B

The image shows the L. K. Liggett Co. drug store located at 246 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts. The storefront features striped awnings and signage for "Drugs" and "Soda." The building is several stories high, with various business signs visible in the windows above, including those for...

Date: 1925-11-11

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390524

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5045-B

Businesses from 167-171 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts, 5048-B

The image shows a row of businesses located at 167-171 Massachusetts Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible storefronts include A.L. Cherry Inc. Automotive Supplies, Matthew Bowe's Radio Store, and John & Arthur's Auto Supplies. Two vintage automobiles are parked on the cobblestone street in front...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390525

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5048-B

The Wesleyan building, 581 Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5050-B

The image depicts the Wesleyan Building located at 581 Boylston Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is a multi-story building with a sign identifying it as the "Wesleyan Building." It is flanked by other buildings and features a row of windows on each visible floor. In the foreground, the...

Date: 1927-11-11

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390526

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.002.5050-B

West End Spring Bed Company, 103 Merrimac Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5051-B

The image depicts the West End Spring Bed Company located at 103 Merrimac Street, Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a large, multi-story brick building with numerous windows. In front of the building, there are horse-drawn wagons and several people on the cobblestone street.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390527

Ref. Code: PC020.001.004.001.5051-B

Russell & Fairfield Insurance, 99 Milk Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5052-B

The image shows a multi-story brick building located at 99 Milk Street in Boston, Massachusetts, where Russell & Fairfield Insurance is housed. The building is surrounded by city streets, with several vintage automobiles parked along the curb. Pedestrians are visible on the sidewalk. The architectur...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390528

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.002.5052-B

C. D. Parker and R. E. Broker office building, 150 Congress Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5053-B

The image depicts the C. D. Parker and R. E. Broker office building located at 150 Congress Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The multi-story building features several large windows, and the neighboring buildings have visible signage, including one for L. J. Peabody. There are awnings above the entra...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390529

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.002.5053-B

Enterprise Mattress Co. and the Moxie Co., 76 Travers Street and 69 Haverhill Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5054-B

The image shows a multi-story brick building at the intersection of Travers Street and Haverhill Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The visible signage indicates the presence of the Enterprise Mattress Co. on the ground level. Additionally, there are signs advertising vacant spaces for rent. A horse-d...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390530

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5054-B

Photograph

Black and white photograph of middle-aged man in profile w/ mustache; dressed in pin-striped suit; seated on an armchair and holding a newspaper; plain black painted molded wooden frame; gray recessed matt w/ printing in silver below; sitter possibly "Troy Panel."

Date: 1902

Maker: Purdy, J. E. (Photographer)

Material: gelatin silver prints, silver (metal)

GUSN: 50776

Accession Number: 1986.300

Needlework Picture

Needlework picture on silk ground; worked in a round format in green, gold, blue, and brown threads in variety of needlework stitches and knots; depicts shepardess feeding two sheep under a tree with hills, pond, and trees beyond; painted features and figure, sky, and background; enclosed with a re...

Date: 1800-1810

Maker: unknown

Material: embroidering, painting (coating), silk (textile)

GUSN: 50777

Accession Number: 1986.301

Photograph

Large black and white "enhanced" photograph of a bearded man turned to the left in a dark suit, white shirt, and dark tie; molded inner matt; Eastlake-style molded frame; inside gilded relief ivy leaf decoration; black between gilded moldings; incised linear motifs in gold at corners; photograph en...

Date: ca. 1900

Maker: unknown

Material: chalk, photographs

GUSN: 50778

Accession Number: 1986.305

Storage box

Molded slant lid w/ cleats over case w/ molded base; raised on turned bun feet; painted brown. Interior fitted; stamped brass escutcheon.

Date: 1725-1750

Maker: unknown

Material: birch (wood), oak (wood), pine (wood)

GUSN: 50779

Accession Number: 1986.311

Bed

The headboard crest rail molded and carved w/ 7 flower heads over 4 recessed horizontal panels. The top panel w/ carved scrolling vine centering a round medallion over second w/ veneered "watered" tablet and two plain lower panels. The posts w/ rounded tops w/ wood medallion at top are vertically ri...

Date: 1895-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), chestnut (wood), incising, veneering

GUSN: 50780

Accession Number: 1986.313.2

Bed table

Rectangular top w/ chamfered edge over straight horizontally reeded skirt w/ a single long drawer w/ tiger grained panel (no pulls) raised on trestle base w/ 4 square reed front legs w/ shaped foot and corresponding side stretcher and medial stretcher; stepped corner block at leg top carved w/ thin ...

Date: 1890-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), chestnut (wood), incising

GUSN: 50781

Accession Number: 1986.313.3

Bowl

Oblong form w/ tab handles at each end; flat base; rounded sides.

Date: 1830-1880

Maker: unknown

Material: maple (wood)

GUSN: 50782

Accession Number: 1986.327

Cane

Tapering shaft w/ bulbous hand hold comprised of graduated circular pieces of leather and wood held by metal cap and tip.

Date: 1880-1889

Maker: unknown

Material: leather, wood (plant material)

GUSN: 50783

Accession Number: 1986.331

Cane

Rustic knotted shaft and pummel; metal tip; varnished.

Date: 1870-1910

Maker: unknown

Material: wood (plant material)

GUSN: 50784

Accession Number: 1986.333

Cane

Slender black-painted wood shaft w/ cylindrical, incised ivory cap.

Date: 1860-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: ivory (tooth component), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 50785

Accession Number: 1986.334

Cane

Gnarled wood handle on very slender, tapered shaft; stained.

Date: 1890-1910

Maker: unknown

Material: pine (wood)

GUSN: 50786

Accession Number: 1986.335

Cheese box

Cylindrical bentwood box w/ fitted cover; the sides of each secured w/ nails; heavy wire swing handle w/ turned wood hand hold. Painted green.

Date: 1870-1900

Maker: unknown

GUSN: 50787

Accession Number: 1986.345AB

Bucket

Short circular staved form w/ canted sides secured by iron bands; exterior painted blue; iron bands painted black; tin plate at one side for hanging.

Date: 1850-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: iron (metal), maple (wood), pine (wood)

GUSN: 50788

Accession Number: 1986.346

Bucket

Short circular staved form w/ canted sides held by black-painted iron bands; exterior painted blue; interior unpainted.

Date: 1850-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: iron (metal), painting (coating), pine (wood)

GUSN: 50789

Accession Number: 1986.347

Fireplace tiles

Set of 21 Dutch-Delftware fireplace tiles; 5 inch square; hand-painted in manganese purple on white ground w/ figures and/or buildings in a landscape; scenes w/in quatrefoil shape of 4 lines and w/ partial-floral corners.

Date: 1740-1770

Maker: unknown

Material: delftware, painting (image-making), hand-painted, pressing, glazing (coating), tin glaze, tin (metal)

GUSN: 50790

Accession Number: 1986.348

Bottle

Dark green transparent glass w/ tapering short neck on rounded square shoulders and flat tapering sides; concave square base.

Date: 1800-1850

Maker: unknown

Material: glass (material), molding (forming)

GUSN: 50791

Accession Number: 1986.359

Gridiron

Grill of almost square form raised on 4 "saber" shaped feet; flat shaped handle w/ eyelet for hanging at end.

Date: 1800-1850

Maker: unknown

Material: iron (metal), wrought

GUSN: 50792

Accession Number: 1986.361

Knitting needle case(?)

Elongated tapering form w/ shaped top w/ green cotton knit handle w/ single pink glass bead. The case woven in dense pattern of oriental devices and medallions in shades of green, blue, and brown. Lined w/ red silk.

Date: 1920-1940

Maker: unknown

Material: cotton (textile), silk (textile), weaving

GUSN: 50793

Accession Number: 1986.364

Photograph

Black and white bust length photograph of a young woman w/ wire frame glasses, wearing a frothy white dress, puffed sleeves, squarish necklace, and hair tied up in a knot; w/in a scalloped edged silver faced frame w/ rows of repousse(?) beading along outer edge and edge of rectangular opening; repou...

Date: 1894-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: photographs

GUSN: 50794

Accession Number: 1986.365

Paperweight

Figure of a sleeping foo dog surmounting a cube.

Date: 1890-1930 ?

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), jade (rock), soapstone (metamorphic rock)

GUSN: 50795

Accession Number: 1986.366

Figurine

Squat, faux(?) ivory figure of a medieval soldier; peaked helmet, triangular shield and sword.

Date: 1960-1980

Maker: unknown

Material: molding (forming), plastic (organic material)

GUSN: 50796

Accession Number: 1986.367

Photograph

Sepi-tone photographic print of middle aged woman (Eliza Little)--waist-length view, torso in profile to left face almost looking forward. Woman dressed in high neck pinter(?) pigeon front black dress and black? beads; graying hair pulled into pompador and top knot; w/in a gilt metal oval standing f...

Date: 1895-1905

Maker: unknown

Material: photographs

GUSN: 50797

Accession Number: 1986.368

Opium Pipe

Thin cylindrical mottled bamboo stem w/ bronze pipehead and mouth-piece of slightly bulbous and tapering shape.

Date: 1880-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: bamboo (material), bronze (metal)

GUSN: 50798

Accession Number: 1986.370

Stirrer ?

Squat spherical head w/ inlaid ivory mounts and carved geometric designs. Neck w/ like decorated circular ring on spool turned supports. Long tapered handle w/ black-painted ring decoration.

Date: 1890-1930

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), ivory (tooth component), turning (shaping process), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 50799

Accession Number: 1986.371

Box ?

Roundish piece of gnarled wood w/ top cut for lid and interior carved-out. Hangs by string from rustic length of wood w/ hole at one end and hollowed out section at other.

Date: 1880-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: string (fiber product), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 50800

Accession Number: 1986.372

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