Print, Photographic

2011.180.7.95

2011.180.7.95

Name/Title

Print, Photographic

Entry/Object ID

2011.180.7.95

Description

Black & white studio portrait on cardboard mat. Image of two girls dressed in light colored dresses with pleated yokes, high lace collars & pouffy sleeves. They have dark hair that is tied in back with a large, light colored bow. They both wear pearl necklaces. Girl on left appears to be seated & girl on right side has her right arm around shoulders of girl on left. A ring is on her third finger. A hand is seen at waist of girl on the right from girl on the left having arm around her back. Photo is darkened at bottom & right side. Written on back in pencil: "Con Ryans daughters Bell & sister. Early in 20th Century" Good condition. Small liquid spot, slightly scuffed. Sister is Margaret Ryan who married Fred Kelly and died in childbirth in 1922.

Collection

Photograph Collection