The following terms can be used as titles, form/genre subjects*, digital object types, and in narrative notes. This list should be consulted when writing any descriptive information about our collections.
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Any term expressing either genre, technique, or physical format. It is related to MARC 21 Field 655 and EAD <genreform> encodings. |
format
Items can be described multiple ways based on the field it is being used. While these terms may be used in titles, subjects, and narrative text, see Instances and Guide to Extent Types for additional guidance in defining forms for other fields.
Photograph example
- Folder title: Geri Applewild portrait photographs
- Subject: Photographs.
- Scope and content note: Contains 40 professional portrait black and white 8x10 silver gelatin photographs of Applewild from ages 20 to 89.
- Instances -> Type: Photographic material
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