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Abandoned Farm

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Exterior view of an abandoned, two-story farmhouse. A large tree is in the foreground. The base of a windmill is on the left, with a water pump stamped "Hudson" underneath.

Date Created:
September 4, 1960
Creator:
Vanderbilt, Paul

Publication Information

Creator Vanderbilt, Paul
Date Created September 4, 1960

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Paul Vanderbilt papers, 1942-1990 (bulk 1954-1990)
Call Number (X2)11782

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013A17
Legacy ID
WHi 66686

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