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Stereoscopic views of Mount Vernon, Virginia

Title
Stereoscopic views of Mount Vernon, Virginia [graphic].
Publication
1859?-1925.

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Details

Additional Authors
  • Cudlip, Charles S.
  • Dillon, Luke C., 1844-
  • Jarvis, John F.
  • Gardner, Alexander, 1821-1882.
  • A.C. Company. pbl
  • E. & H.T. Anthony (Firm) Anthony's stereoscopic views. 144.
  • Bell & Bro. (Washington, D.C.) phts
  • Bryant & Smith. pht
  • Kilburn Brothers, photographers.
  • Langenheim, Loyd & Co. pht
  • Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union, copyright claimant.
  • Montgomery Ward. Travelers series.
  • New York Stereoscopic Co. pbl
  • Underwood & Underwood. pbl
  • Robert Dennis Collection of Stereoscopic Views.
Description
  • 94 stereographs (photoprints) : albumen, some col.; 89 x 177 mm. or smaller.
  • 2 stereographs (photoprints) : silver gelatin, b&w ;
  • 6 stereographs (photomechanical prints) : halftone, col. ;
Summary
Views of Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington: boathouse and the road to the tomb, the old stables, Washington's carriage, views of the grounds and outbuildings, view of the home from many angles, showing porches, one view with piles of cut grass in the foreground, and views of the Potomac River from the porch, interior views including the main hall, with stairway and clock on landing, the State Dining Room, including Peal's portrait of Washington, Mrs. Washington's bedchamber showing canopy bed and other furniture, Gen. Washington's room, showing canopy bed, portrait, Lafayette's room; tomb including people visiting and an African American man at the gate. Some views duplicated.
Alternative Title
  • American scenery.
  • American scenery, war views.
  • Stereoscopic views of Washington City.
Subjects
Genre/Form
  • Albumen photoprints.
  • Photoprints.
  • Silver gelatin photoprints.
  • Stereographs.
Note
  • Title devised by cataloger.
  • Includes views by Alexander Gardner, Bell & Bro., Bryant & Smith, and other photographers and publishers.
  • Includes four hand-colored views.
Access (note)
  • Restricted access;
Cite As (note)
  • Robert Dennis Collection of Stereoscopic Views.
Call Number
MFY Dennis Coll 92-F75
OCLC
NYPG92-F75
Title
Stereoscopic views of Mount Vernon, Virginia [graphic].
Imprint
1859?-1925.
Restricted Access
Restricted access; Photography Collection; Permit must be requested at division indicated.
Cite As:
Robert Dennis Collection of Stereoscopic Views.
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Added Author
Cudlip, Charles S. Publisher
Dillon, Luke C., 1844- Photographer
Jarvis, John F. Publisher
Gardner, Alexander, 1821-1882. Photographer Home of Washington illustrated. 12, 18, 21, 38.
Gardner, Alexander, 1821-1882. Photographer Views at Mount Vernon, Virginia. 4.
A.C. Company. Publisher
E. & H.T. Anthony (Firm) Anthony's stereoscopic views. 144.
Bell & Bro. (Washington, D.C.) phts
Bryant & Smith. Photographer
Kilburn Brothers, photographers.
Langenheim, Loyd & Co. Photographer
Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union, copyright claimant.
Montgomery Ward. Travelers series.
New York Stereoscopic Co. Publisher
Underwood & Underwood. Publisher
Robert Dennis Collection of Stereoscopic Views.
Added Title
American scenery.
American scenery, war views.
Stereoscopic views of Washington City.
Research Call Number
MFY Dennis Coll 92-F75
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