Untitled (Man)

Photograph

Dorros Photography Collection

Name/Title

Untitled (Man)

Entry/Object ID

2022.32

Description

A wonderful oval portrait of an impressive middle aged gentleman. He is dressed in black jacket, black vest, white shirt and wide bow tie. He has penetrating eyes and exudes confidence. An almost like new portrait.

Photograph Details

Type of Photograph

Daguerreotype

Made/Created

Artist

Unknown

Date made

circa 1850

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Case dimensions

Height

4 in

Width

3-1/2 in

Depth

1/2 in

Dimension Notes

Plate size: sixth

Condition

Reason for Exam

Inventory

Date Examined

Aug 23, 2022

Examined By

Rosanna Hemerik

Notes

Case tortoise shell with mother of pearl inlay; purple velvet liner; brass preserver intact; brass mat good condition with dark stain at lower right corner; plate/image light spots and water stain/spot at lower left corner; one intact clasp