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Shingle

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Collection Type

  • Architecture

Date

1846

GUSN

GUSN-38

Description

Shingles with ends cut to make hexagonal pattern when put together with others; grey paint and size may indicate an attempt to imitate slate.

Details

Descriptive Terms

shingle
painting (coating)
softwood
Softwood
Painted
SHINGLE

Maker

Davis, Alexander Jackson, Mr. (Architect)

Location of Origin

MA, USA

Dimensions

28.5 x 8.75 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Museum Accession

Accession Number

1959.103A-E

Places

Massachusetts (United States)
Connecticut (United States)

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