Historic New England

Shirred Rug

Rectangular; central panel with large medallion with leaves and birds, enclosed by wide end- and narrow side- borders patterned with leaves on variegated ground; worked in shades of pink, red, beige and green in wool and cotton on linen ground; backed with brown canvas.

Date: 1850-1860

Maker: unknown

Material: cotton (textile), linen (material), shirring, wool (textile)

GUSN: 2196

Accession Number: 1991.217

Bullet Mold

Rectangular, rough carved, two-piece mold.

Date: 1776

Maker: unknown

Material: incising, hewing, roughness, soapstone (metamorphic rock)

GUSN: 2197

Accession Number: 1991.218AB

Pipe Mold

Soapstone, two-piece, with wooden pipe bowl center of wood.

Date: 1800-1850

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), soapstone (metamorphic rock), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 2198

Accession Number: 1991.219AB

Dough Scraper

Small, with flat iron incised blade, hollow tapering brass handle with incised rings at wide end.

Date: 1845

Maker: Derr, Peter (Maker)

Material: brass (alloy), incising, iron (metal)

GUSN: 2199

Accession Number: 1991.220

Mortar & Pestle

Porcelain mortar with porcelain and wood pestle; mortar has pouring spout and small base.

Date: 1800-1825

Maker: unknown

Material: porcelain, wood (plant material)

GUSN: 2200

Accession Number: 1991.221AB

Grease Lamp

Channel lamp with bulbous panelled reservoir with long spout descending from four triangular arms to a pierced plate having four splayed projections; a cast hanging hole at base of lamp probably held a drip cup.

Date: 1700-1750

Maker: unknown

Material: brass (alloy), casting (process)

GUSN: 2201

Accession Number: 1991.222

Stockings

Hand knit, white cotton, below-knee length, with clock at ankle, initialed at top.

Date: 1805-1820

Maker: Adams, Elizabeth, 1787-1862 (Maker)

Material: cotton (textile), knitting (process)

GUSN: 2202

Accession Number: 1991.203AB

Marble

Spherical stone, almost like a marble.

Maker: unknown

Material: stone (rock)

GUSN: 2203

Accession Number: 1991.204

Marble

Cream-colored pottery sphere decorated with pale red concentric rings at one side and blue leaf device at other side.

Date: 1820-1860

Maker: unknown

Material: earthenware, painting (coating)

GUSN: 2204

Accession Number: 1991.205

Marble

Spherical with underglaze cobalt blue, clear lead overglaze.

Date: 1840-1870

Maker: unknown

Material: earthenware, glazing (coating), lead glaze

GUSN: 2205

Accession Number: 1991.206

Clay Pipe

Earthenware, with cylindrical bowl on straight stem.

Date: 1890-1900

Maker: McDougall (pipemaker) (Maker)

Material: earthenware

GUSN: 2206

Accession Number: 1991.207

Trinket Box

Rectangular, yellow, sliding cover; scene entitled "View of Brighton, Eng." in circular vignette, surrounded by leaves and flowers in greens and red. Tiny leaves painted on raised rim of box. Pink paper lining inside.

Date: 1832

Maker: unknown

Material: painting (coating), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 2207

Accession Number: 1991.208

Box

Small, painted in yellow enamel; black, brown and blue striping off-white border, around grisaille landscape showing house, trees, grass and fence at water's edge; interior painted blue; bottom washed in black; hinged lid.

Date: 1800-1820

Maker: unknown

Material: painting (coating), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 2208

Accession Number: 1991.209

3 Arrowheads on Card

Three arrowheads, one with elongated point in gray stone, two in black stone (one almost triangular in shape); all tied together with printed ribbon and tied with red ribbon to tag with inscription.

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), stone (rock)

GUSN: 2209

Accession Number: 1991.210A-C

3 Arrowheads on Card

Three black stone arrowheads tied around necks with ribbon and attached to card.

Maker: unknown

Material: stone (rock)

GUSN: 2210

Accession Number: 1991.211A-C

1 Arrowhead on Card

Dark tan arrowhead with broken tip, tied with red ribbon to paper tag.

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), stone (rock)

GUSN: 2211

Accession Number: 1991.212

5 Arrowheads & 1 Coin

Five arrowheads in varying sizes and shapes, ranging from gray to black in color tied together with a Liberty Head 1835 penny drilled with a hole, by red satin ribbon.

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), stone (rock)

GUSN: 2212

Accession Number: 1991.213A-F

4 Wampum Beads

Four small circular white button-sized discs drilled at center with hole, tied together with red satin ribbon to card with inscription.

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), shell (animal material)

GUSN: 2213

Accession Number: 1991.214

Bullet Mold

Shot mold in two pieces held with wooden hinge; tiny holes for 34 shots; carved ends for handles.

Date: 1800-1850

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), maple (wood)

GUSN: 2214

Accession Number: 1991.223

Ballot Box Torch Lamp

Globular glass reservoir held between four painted tin posts and pierced square tin plates, iron bail handle with a tin collar; painted red, white and blue; globe holds wick and long metal collar.

Date: 1880-1900

Maker: A & W Manufacturing Co. (Maker)

Material: glass (material), molding (forming), painting (coating), tin (metal)

GUSN: 2215

Accession Number: 1991.224

Miniature Mirror

Miniature framed mirror; frame painted in brown and yellow.

Date: 1800-1899

Maker: unknown

Material: glass (material), painting (coating), pine (wood)

GUSN: 2216

Accession Number: 1991.225

Box with Heirlooms

Small, with dome top, leather strap hinges, nail construction; painted red and grained in ochre.

Date: 1800-1825

Maker: unknown

Material: graining, pine (wood)

GUSN: 2217

Accession Number: 1991.226

Doll Head

Head and shoulders of doll--miniature, painted in off white, hair and eyes in black, mouth and cheeks in red.

Date: 1820-1850

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), painting (coating), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 2218

Accession Number: 1991.227

Doll Head

Head and shoulders of miniature doll, painted in off white, hair and eyes in black, mouth and cheeks in red.

Date: 1820-1850

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), painting (coating), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 2219

Accession Number: 1991.228

Doll Head

Head and shoulders of doll--miniature--painted in off-white, hair and eyes in black, mouth and cheeks in red.

Date: 1820-1850

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), painting (coating), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 2220

Accession Number: 1991.229

Spoon Mold & Spoon

A,B: heavy mold, cast from brass. C: molded pewter spoon.

Date: 1750-1800

Maker: unknown

Material: brass (alloy), casting (process), molding (forming), pewter (tin alloy), tin alloy

GUSN: 2221

Accession Number: 1991.230A-C

Padlock & Key

Small triangular padlock and key, made from wrought iron.

Date: 1800-1825

Maker: unknown

Material: iron (metal), wrought

GUSN: 2222

Accession Number: 1991.231

Razor Box

Long narrow pine box, painted black, covered with leather (for sharpening) on one side and both ends; sliding cover with thumb hole; interior unfinished, carved to fit razors.

Date: 1765

Maker: unknown

Material: leather, painting (coating), pine (wood)

GUSN: 2223

Accession Number: 1991.232

Box

Rectangular form with sliding cover, unpainted.

Date: 1790-1800

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), pine (wood)

GUSN: 2224

Accession Number: 1991.233

Pantry or Utility Box

Oval, bentwood box with fitted cover and two pointedd finger laps held by iron nails; painted light blue, top carved with leafy tulip design and inscription; leafy scrolls incised around one side of cover band.

Date: 1740-1800

Maker: unknown

Material: ash (wood), bentwood, pine (wood)

GUSN: 2225

Accession Number: 1991.234AB

Box

Small, rectangular, with slightly domed molded hinged lid, geometrically carved front.

Date: 1700-1725

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), pine (wood)

GUSN: 2226

Accession Number: 1991.235

Peg Maker

Rectangular block with sliding cover at mid section covering a square shaped receptacle for pegs; deep round hole at one end of top; bottom canted from sides to mid section which is inset with lead square.

Date: 1750-1800

Maker: unknown

Material: chestnut (wood), lead (metal)

GUSN: 2227

Accession Number: 1991.236

Miniature Toy Coffin with Doll

Tiny box with swinging cover containing miniature doll.

Date: 1800-1825

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), varnishing, walnut (wood)

GUSN: 2228

Accession Number: 1991.237

Money Box

Red-painted, scratch-carved box with compartmented interior, bottom and interior unfinished; dovetailed box, compartments fitted, no nails used; two-piece cover fastened by wire fasteners.

Date: 1765

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), painting (coating), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 2229

Accession Number: 1991.238

Game Box with Dominoes

Rectangular game box with sliding cover containing hand-made dominoes of pine, incised and wood-burned on one side only; joints held with tiny nails; interior unfinished.

Date: 1875-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: painting (coating), pine (wood)

GUSN: 2230

Accession Number: 1991.239

Willard W. Chase's house, Mr. and Mrs. Chase in front, Nelson Street, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3787-A

The image depicts a modest, two-story house located on Nelson Street in Groveland, Massachusetts. In front of the house, a man and a woman, identified as Mr. and Mrs. Chase, are standing outdoors. The surroundings include a sloping yard with scattered objects and a few trees in the background.

Date: 1899-10-22

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394252

Ref. Code: PC052.01.010.200.3787-A

Willard W. Chase's stable, Mr. Chase holding his horse, Nelson Street, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3788-A

The image depicts Willard W. Chase's stable located on Nelson Street in Groveland, Massachusetts. A man, identified as Mr. Chase, is holding a horse near the stable. There are several wagons positioned around the stable and trees are visible in the background.

Date: 1899-10-22

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394253

Ref. Code: PC052.01.010.200.3788-A

A. S. Brackley's house, Salem Street, near Sewall Street, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3789-A

The image depicts a small, wooden house located in a field, surrounded by trees on Salem Street, near Sewall Street, Groveland, Massachusetts. In the background, there is signage that reads "No Trespassing."

Date: 1899-10-22

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394254

Ref. Code: PC052.01.010.240.3789-A

George Hayden's house, Salem Street, near Sewall Street, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3790-A

The image shows a partially-built house among trees on Salem Street, near Sewall Street, in Groveland, Massachusetts. The structure appears to be in its early stages, with visible wooden beams and supports. The surrounding area is wooded, with several tall, thin trees in view.

Date: 1899-10-22

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394255

Ref. Code: PC052.01.010.240.3790-A

Unidentified wooden shack, Sewall Street, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3791-A

The image shows a small wooden shack situated on a grassy incline surrounded by trees and shrubs. The structure appears simple and rustic. It is located on Sewall Street in Groveland, Massachusetts.

Date: 1899-10-22

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394256

Ref. Code: PC052.01.100.3791-A

Garibaldi Gun Club, near Grindle Brook, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3792-A

The image shows the Garibaldi Gun Club near Grindle Brook in Groveland, Massachusetts. There is a mix of trees and an open field, as well as a body of water in the foreground.

Date: 1900

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394257

Ref. Code: PC052.01.090.3792-A

Garibaldi Gun Club, near Grindle Brook, F. E. Haddock, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3793-A

The image shows a wooden two-story structure identified as the Garibaldi Gun Club, located near Grindle Brook in Groveland, Massachusetts. A man named F. E. Haddock is standing on the porch of the building, which has a slanted roof and windows on both floors. .

Date: 1900

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394258

Ref. Code: PC052.01.090.3793-A

Dyes house, Salem Street, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3794-A

The image shows a small, weathered wooden house located on Salem Street in Groveland, Massachusetts. The house is surrounded by grass and some sparse vegetation, with trees visible in the background.

Date: 1900

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394259

Ref. Code: PC052.01.010.240.3794-A

Lariber's house, Salem Street, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3795-A

The image shows a house identified as Lariber's house located on Salem Street in Groveland, Massachusetts. The structure appears to be wooden with two visible stories. There is an open area in the foreground with some vegetation and piles of rocks near the house.

Date: 1899-10-22

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394260

Ref. Code: PC052.01.010.240.3795-A

Unidentified house, Lanen Avenue, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3796-A

The image shows a two-story house on Lanen Avenue in Groveland, Massachusetts. The house has a gabled roof with a small dormer at the front, and features a columned front porch. It is situated in an open area with other houses and trees visible in the background. A small outbuilding and a fence are ...

Date: 1902

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394261

Ref. Code: PC052.01.010.170.3796-A

Unidentified house, Lanen Avenue, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3797-A

The image shows a two-story house located on Lanen Avenue in Groveland, Massachusetts. The house features a peaked roof, several windows with shutters, and a small entryway with steps leading up to the door. In the background, there are additional structures, possibly outhouses or sheds, and the spi...

Date: 1890-1909

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394262

Ref. Code: PC052.01.010.170.3797-A

Mrs. Woodbury and Mary J. Hardy, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3798-A

The image shows two women, identified as Mrs. Woodbury and Mary J. Hardy, standing outside a house in Groveland, Massachusetts. They are both wearing long, light-colored dresses. There are trees and a small fence in the background.

Date: 1900

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394263

Ref. Code: PC052.01.080.3798-A

Mrs. Woodbury, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3799-A

The image depicts a woman identified as Mrs. Woodbury standing in front of a house in Groveland, Massachusetts. She is wearing a long skirt, jacket, and a hat adorned with flowers. The house behind her has multiple windows with shutters and there is dense foliage on the left side.

Date: 1899-09-15

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394264

Ref. Code: PC052.01.080.3799-A

Mrs. Woodbury, Belle Dorvine, and Mrs. Copping, Elm Park, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3800-A

The image shows three women, identified as Mrs. Woodbury, Belle Dorvine, and Mrs. Copping, riding in a horse-drawn carriage at Elm Park, Groveland, Massachusetts. The carriage is on a dirt road, and there are several houses and trees visible in the background.

Date: 1900-08-02

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394265

Ref. Code: PC052.01.080.3800-A

Mrs. Woodbury, Belle Dorvine, and Mrs. Copping, Elm Park, Groveland, Massachusetts, 3801-A

The image shows three women, identified as Mrs. Woodbury, Belle Dorvine, and Mrs. Copping, riding in a horse-drawn carriage at Elm Park, Groveland, Massachusetts. The carriage is on a dirt road, and there are several houses and trees visible in the background.

Date: 1900-08-02

Collection: Louis Woodbury photographic collection, c. 1890s-1900s

GUSN: 394266

Ref. Code: PC052.01.080.3801-A

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