Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
E.W. Moore made this drawing, one of five in a bound sketchbook, copying prehistoric rock art on the banks of the Kennebec River, near Embden. The rock art is about 900-1200 years old.
The inscription on this drawing notes: "The only figure discovered on Indian Ledge having any suggestion of features."
About This Item
- Title: Rock art, Embden, 1894
- Creation Date: 1894
- Subject Date: 1894
- Location: Embden, Somerset County, ME
- Media: Ink on paper
- Dimensions: 16.6 cm x 19.5 cm
- Local Code: GA-175.2
- Object Type: Image
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
People
Other Keywords
For more information about this item, contact:
Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
Website
Use of this Item is not restricted by copyright and/or related rights, but the holding organization is contractually obligated to limit use. For more information, please contact the contributing organization. However, watermarked Maine Memory Network images may be used for educational purposes.
More to Consider
Item 105007
Sketch of Gluscabe, Embden, 1894
Item 105009
Rock art, Embden, 1894
Item 105010
Rock art, Embden, 1894
Please post your comment below to share with others. If you'd like to privately share a comment or correction with MMN staff, please send us a message with this link.
