Grand Canon of the Colorado River, mouth of Kanab Wash, looking east
Creator
O'Sullivan, Timothy H., 1840-1882
Date
1872
Summary
Aerial view of layered, eroded rock cliffs in Kanab Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. Shows rounded rocks above the canyon, and talus beside the Colorado River.
Description
1 photographic print : albumen ; 28 x 21 cm. (11 x 8 in.) mounted on mat board 50 x 40 cm. (20 x 16 in.)
Is Part Of
Geographical and geological explorations and surveys west of the 100th meridian, 1871-1874 (Wheeler).; U.S.G.S. West. Folio 6.
Subject
Colorado River (Colo.-Mexico)--19th century; Grand Canyon National Park (Ariz.)--19th century; Kanab Canyon (Ariz.)--19th century; Canyons--Arizona--Grand Canyon National Park--19th century; Cliffs--Arizona--Grand Canyon National Park--19th century; Expeditions & surveys--Arizona--Grand Canyon National Park--19th century; Rivers--Arizona--Grand Canyon National Park--19th century; Geographical Surveys West of the 100th Meridian (U.S.)
Format-Medium
Photograph
Rights Contact Information
Copyright restrictions applying to use or reproduction of this image available from the Western History and Genealogy Dept., Denver Public Library, at photosales@denverlibrary.org.
Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Related Material
Image File: ZZR711002712
Notes
"Geographical Explorations & Surveys West of the 100th Meridian, Expedition of 1872. Under Command of Lieut. Geo. M. Wheeler, Corps of Eng'rs." printed on mat board.; Cover sheet has descriptive information about the geology of Kanab Canyon.; Number: "12" and scratches on original negative reproduced in photographic print.; Seal printed on mat board reads: "War Department, Corps of Engineers, U.S. Army" beside an eagle and banner emblem that reads: "Essayons".; Title, attribution and "No. 6" printed on mat board.; R7110027128. U.S.G.S. folio. 6 ; print 16
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