Young gentleman in top hat.

Photograph

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Chester Historical Society

The image displays an antique daguerreotype portrait of a young man seated, dressed in 19th-century attire, featuring a dark coat, vest, and a cravat, with a top hat placed fashionably askew on his head. The photograph is encased in a hinged box, the left side of which is lined with red velvet embossed with ornate floral patterns, while the right side frames the photograph with a golden embellished oval trim.

The image displays an antique daguerreotype portrait of a young man seated, dressed in 19th-century attire, featuring a dark coat, vest, and a cravat, with a top hat placed fashionably askew on his head. The photograph is encased in a hinged box, the left side of which is lined with red velvet embossed with ornate floral patterns, while the right side frames the photograph with a golden embellished oval trim.

Name/Title

Young gentleman in top hat.

Entry/Object ID

chs-007105

Description

Photograph of a seated young gentleman in a top hat. He looks very much like one of the gentlemen in items # chs-007099 & chs-007104.

Photograph Details

Type of Photograph

Daguerreotype

Collection

Mabel Parker Menchen

Acquisition

Notes

Menshen, Mabel (Mable) Viola Parker, 1890-1986 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