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C. Oliver Iselin, New Rochelle, NY - Rear, 1890

MakerMade by H. Wales Lines Company American, 1864 - 1983

Date1890

MediumPhotography; albumen on paper in cardboard album covers

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 7 1/4 x 9 1/4in. (18.4 x 23.5cm)
Other (overall height x width): 8 1/4 x 11 1/2in. (21 x 29.2cm)

ClassificationsGraphics

DescriptionPhotograph of the rear of Charles Oliver Iselin's mansion in New Rochelle, New York. The covered and enclosed wing (porch) is on the left. It has arched openings. The left and right sides of the main house are curved outward. The center portion has three columns on the first level. Rocky shoreline. Steps lead down from the house to the rocky yard. Three trees.

Object number2015.149.1.150

InscribedRecto, handwritten in black ink: "C. Oliver Iselin New Rochelle, NY - Rear 1890"NotesCharles Oliver Iselin (1854-1932) was a banker and yachtsman. He won six consecutive America’s Cup races in 1887, 1893, 1895, 1899, 1901, and 1903.

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