Enfield Dam and Rapids, Thompsonville
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
PhotographerProbably photographed by
Nathan Page Palmer
(American, 1843 - 1918)
Datelate 19th-early 20th century
MediumPhotography; photographic emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 4 3/4 x 7 3/4in. (12.1 x 19.7cm)
Plate (height x width): 5 x 8in. (12.7 x 20.3cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2011.239.26
DescriptionA broad river flows over a low dam; the wooden structure of the dam is visible at the left. Large rocks create rapids in the river below the dam. Trees and buildings are on the river bank in the background. A factory smokestack is in the distance.
NotesConstituent Note: Connecticut Photographers lists only one photographer, Nathan P. Palmer, as active in Thompsonville in the late 19th century. There is no evidence to positively link these photographs to Palmer, though it is possible that he could have taken them. They appear to be the work of a professional photographer based in Thompsonville. (Finlay 8/18/2011)Subject Note: The Enfield Dam was constructed in 1827 to divert water for the Enfield Canal. (Finlay 1/7/2011)
Status
Not on view
