Ambrotype

Photograph

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Ambrotype

Entry/Object ID

2025.35.033

Description

1/6th plate cased ambrotype. Appears to James A. Hyde during the Civil War, when he was either 2nd or 1st Lieutenant in the 120th Regiment of New York State. He is seen seated in his uniform with sword across lap. Image is in perfect condition, but case hinge has broken. Lid is present. Leather embossed outer with inner crimson embossed velvet. James may also be seen in: 2025.35.032 2025.35.029 2025.35.026 2025.35.004 (wedding image)

Photograph Details

Type of Photograph

Ambrotype

Subject

James A. Hyde in Civil War uniform

Collection

Genesee Country Village and Museum

Category

Photograph

Made/Created

Date made

1862 - 1863