1953.5.225 © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

East view of the central part of Plymouth.

ArtistDrawn by John Warner Barber American, 1798 - 1885

Dateprobably 1836

MediumDrawing; ink on paper

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 3 1/8 x 4 3/4in. (8 x 12cm)

ClassificationsGraphics

Credit LineGift of Houghton Bulkeley

DescriptionIn the foreground the Hartford Turnpike leads from right to left; beyond is a cluster of houses, other buildings and trees. Immediately behind these buildings are the Congregational Church on the left and the Episcopal Church. Above the latter, on a hill in the distance is the Congregational Church in Northfield.

Object number1953.5.225

NotesSubject Note: Preliminary drawing for Connecticut Historical Collections, John Warner Barber, New Haven, 1836. Northfield is a community in the southeast corner of Litchfield.

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