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Ferryman between river shore and Island, Oldtown Maine, Penobscot Indian Village on Indian Island.
Ferryman between river shore and Island, Oldtown Maine, Penobscot Indian Village on Indian Island.
Object Number 2004.29.6062
Display Title Ferryman between river shore and Island, Oldtown Maine, Penobscot Indian Village on Indian Island.
Descriptions
Object Description Written on board: "Abnaki Indians (Algonquian) Oldtown Maine; Penobscot Indian Village on Indian Island. Ferryman between river shore and Island. C.C.W. 1896."
Department Photographic
Date 1896
Artist Prof. Charles C. Willoughby
Culture
  • Penobscot
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Maine / Penobscot County / Indian Island / Old Town
Materials Print, black and white adhered to Paperboard
Dimensions Overall: 14.4 x 19 cm (5 11/16 x 7 1/2 in.)

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