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The Washington Elm, Cambridge, Henry Brooks, negative 1870; print 1890
Henry BrooksAmerican

The Washington Elm, Cambridge

negative 1870; print 1890 · Photograph · 23.1 × 17.3 cm

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Where is “The Washington Elm, Cambridge” now? Collection: J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles. Not on view at present. Checked October 7, 2026.

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Los Angeles, United States

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View of the large Washington Elm tree at the center of Cambridge Common in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The tree is surrounded by an iron fence, and a stone tablet with a carved inscription sits in front. Buildings, including the First Church of Cambridge, line the street on the left side.

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84.XB.946.3.2

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PhotographsRealismImpressionism19th centuryAmerican

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