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An original 1882 hotel register page from the historic Agawam House in Ipswich, Massachusetts.
This handwritten register records the names, …
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An original 1882 hotel register page from the historic Agawam House in Ipswich, Massachusetts.
This handwritten register records the names, residences, and stays of guests during November and December of 1882, offering a rare glimpse into late 19th-century travel and social history on the Massachusetts North Shore. Occupations and towns are noted alongside signatures, reflecting the working rhythm of a prominent regional inn during its heyday.
The Agawam House was a well-known hostelry in Ipswich throughout the 19th century, serving travelers, summer boarders, and visitors arriving by stagecoach and rail. Original operational documents from such establishments are increasingly scarce, particularly those preserved with clear dates and legible entries.
Presented as found, with age-appropriate foxing, ink variation, and surface wear consistent with a document of this period. Recently float-mounted and housed in a simple, restrained frame to allow the paper’s natural edges and patina to remain visible.
A compelling piece of New England ephemera—equally suited to a library, study, or thoughtfully layered wall.
Register page only; reference images shown are for historical context.
Presented in a simple floating frame to allow the document’s natural edges and patina to remain visible.
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- Dimensions
- 16ʺW × 1ʺD × 20ʺH
- Styles
- American
- Art Subjects
- Text
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Ivory
- Condition Notes
- Presented as found, with age-appropriate foxing, ink variation, and surface wear consistent with a document of this period. Please reference … morePresented as found, with age-appropriate foxing, ink variation, and surface wear consistent with a document of this period. Please reference photos. Depth measurement is approximate. less
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