Untitled [Tomb at Mount Vernon], 1866-1875

Item — Box: HPC - Stereorgraphs - Box 2

Identifier: RP-9 ; St-3027

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates

Creation: 1866-1875

Creator

Gardner, Alexander, 1821-1882 (Photographer, Person)

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library’s Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.

Extent

From the Collection: 89 Linear Feet (Variety of container sizes based on photograph sizes and material types. Over-sized items are housed in drawers.)

Language of Materials

From the Sub-Series: English

Additional Description

Related Materials

Stereograph same as RP-3216 ; ST-7184 ; Waldsmith 023; Image identifier - DA_002594

Physical Description

Stereoscopic view of the tomb of George Washington, c. 1870. Identical to a view taken by Alexander Gardner. Mounted on yellow board. Stamp on the reverse reads: Mount Vernon Ladies' Association Office of Research and Restoration. A handwritten name in pencil appears to read Mrs. Gordon Woodbury [Vice Regent for New Hampshire].