Untitled (Two Boys)

Photograph

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Dorros Photography Collection

Name/Title

Untitled (Two Boys)

Entry/Object ID

2022.24

Description

A charming oval image of two young boys in white pants and checked, belted, over tops. One boy is seated and holding a wide straw hat. The other stands with his right arm around the back of the chair which is positioned sideways. Image has an unusual freshness and spontaneity. Taken against a white interior wall with what appears to be clothing hanging on a door near by. Unusual

Photograph Details

Type of Photograph

Daguerreotype

Made/Created

Artist

Unknown

Date made

circa 1850

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Case dimensions

Dimension Notes

Plate sizer: sixth

Condition

Reason for Exam

Inventory

Date Examined

Jul 29, 2022

Examined By

Jacqueline Cabrera

Notes

Metal case with green velvet covers; velvet liner; brass preserver intact; brass mat mild corrosion; glass breaks lower right corner; plate/image light tarnish; one intact clasp