Seated gentleman

Photograph

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Chester Historical Society

The image presents an early photographic portrait contained within a decorative, oval brass mat and a deteriorating leather case. The photo depicts a seated man wearing dark, formal 19th-century attire, including a jacket and a bow tie, with a solemn expression. His right hand gently rested on his thigh, and his gaze seems directed straight at the viewer, conveying a sense of thoughtful composure.

The image presents an early photographic portrait contained within a decorative, oval brass mat and a deteriorating leather case. The photo depicts a seated man wearing dark, formal 19th-century attire, including a jacket and a bow tie, with a solemn expression. His right hand gently rested on his thigh, and his gaze seems directed straight at the viewer, conveying a sense of thoughtful composure.

Name/Title

Seated gentleman

Entry/Object ID

chs-007100

Description

Photograph of a seated gentleman.

Photograph Details

Type of Photograph

Daguerreotype

Collection

Mabel Parker Menchen

Acquisition

Notes

Menshen, Mabel (Mable) Viola Parker, 1890-1981 One of 16 daguerreotypes from Mrs. William Menchen (Mabel V. Parker of Craigville), Balvernon Ave, Middletown, NY.

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1850 - circa 1880

Time Period

19th Century

Dimensions

Height

9.2 cm

Width

8.2 cm

Create Date

June 20, 2024

Update Date

June 20, 2024