Untitled (Gentleman resting his left hand on a book)
Entry/Object ID
2021.538
Description
Gentleman looking somewhat down into camera. He appears prosperous and secure Scottish
Photograph Details
Type of Photograph
Daguerreotype
Subject
Gentleman resting his left hand on a book
Made/Created
Artist
Hughes
Date made
circa 1839 - 1860
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Stamp
Location
Mat: lower left and right corners
Transcription
Left: Hughes; Right: Monteith Rooms / Glasgow
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Case dimensions
Height
4-3/4 in
Width
3-3/4 in
Depth
3/4 in
Dimension Notes
Plate size: Quarter
Condition
Reason for Exam
Inventory
Date Examined
Oct 26, 2021
Examined By
Rosanna Hemerik
Notes
Case: brown leather; Liner: red velvet, good condition; Brass preserver: intact; Brass mat: good condition; Spinal tape: black; Plate/Image: tarnished heavily, blue-black opaque staining on outer edge; Additional terms: abrasions; Clasps: two intact; Image: face and hands lightly tinted pink
