Untitled (Two Boys and a Girl)

Name/Title

Untitled (Two Boys and a Girl)

Entry/Object ID

2021.632

Description

Wonderful early image of two brothers and their sister. Two children appear to hold daguerreotypes. Eldest boy holds a thin, small book.

Photograph Details

Type of Photograph

Daguerreotype

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown

Role

Photographer

Date made

circa 1840

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Case dimensions

Dimension Notes

Plate size: Quarter

Condition

Reason for Exam

Inventory

Date Examined

Jul 26, 2022

Examined By

Jacqueline Cabrera

Notes

Black case; red velvet liner with decoration with flower in center; brass preserver intact; brass mat heavy corrosion at upper right edge; glass residue on lower right corner; two intact clasps