Two young gentlemen

Photograph

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Chester Historical Society

This image shows an open antique case made of black leather, which is lined with a red velvet fabric featuring ornate floral patterns. Inside the case is a daguerreotype, protected by a glass cover and framed with a gold gilded border. The photograph depicts two men seated side by side; both appear dressed in mid-19th-century attire, with the man on the left sporting a beard and the other displaying a clean-shaven look, imparting a historical glimpse into the era's fashion.

This image shows an open antique case made of black leather, which is lined with a red velvet fabric featuring ornate floral patterns. Inside the case is a daguerreotype, protected by a glass cover and framed with a gold gilded border. The photograph depicts two men seated side by side; both appear dressed in mid-19th-century attire, with the man on the left sporting a beard and the other displaying a clean-shaven look, imparting a historical glimpse into the era's fashion.

Name/Title

Two young gentlemen

Entry/Object ID

chs-007104

Description

Photograph of two young gentlemen. They look like the same gentlemen as in item chs-007099 Blacksmiths.

Photograph Details

Type of Photograph

Daguerreotype

Collection

Mabel Parker Menchen

Acquisition

Notes

Menshen, Mabel (Mable) Viola Parker, 1890-1985 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