Washington City Views. No. 2748. Tomb of the Mother of Washington., 1863

Item — Box: HPC - Stereorgraphs - Box 2

Identifier: RP-397 ; Photo-3689

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: 1863

Creator

E. & H.T. Anthony (Firm) (Publisher, Organization)

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

English

Additional Description

Related Materials

Stereograph same as RP-3216 ; ST-7184 ; Waldsmith 193; Image identifier - DA_003382

Physical Description

Stereoscopic view of the tomb of Mary Ball Washington, mother of George Washington, in Fredericksburg, Virginia. A male figures pays his respects. Mounted on yellow board. A label adhered to the reverse reads: Washington City Views. No. 2748. Tomb of the Mother of Washington. Published by E. & H. T. Anthony & CO., Emporium of American and Foreign Stereoscopic Views, Chromos and Albums, 591 Broadway, opposite Metropolitan Hotel, New York.