Name/Title
The Profile of Washington, Bass Rocks, Gloucester, Mass.Entry/Object ID
2026.014.247Description
One of several pareidolic curiosities noted on Cape Ann, this profile of the first US president may still be found among the rocks off Atlantic Avenue. The twin lighthouses on Thatcher Island are seen on the horizon at left.Subject Person/Organization
PareidoliaSubject Place
Natural Feature
Profile of WashingtonPostcard Details
Postcard Type
Divided Back (1907-1915)Publisher
Hugh C. Leighton Co.Other Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Publisher Identifier #Other Number
R-38540Provenance
Provenance Detail
Albert Steg DonationsAcquisition Method
GiftCreated By
Albert StegCreate Date
September 25, 2026Updated By
Albert StegUpdate Date
September 26, 2026