IMAGE OF AN UNIDENTIFIED WOMAN, CA. 1860S.

Photograph

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Homestead Museum

Name/Title

IMAGE OF AN UNIDENTIFIED WOMAN, CA. 1860S.

Entry/Object ID

98.19.1.6

Description

Color: Black and white A black and white photograph with a closeup view of a daguerreotype, owned by David A. Workman, of an unidentified woman, ca. 1860s. The image is framed in an elborate gold metal frame and shows a woman seated wearing a dark taffeta-looking blouse with zig-zag patterned bands on the sleeves and center of the dress; small ruffles on the cuffs and collar what may be a belt with gold buckle (obscured by her left hand and arm) and a lighter grayish skirt; a brooch at the throat; wedding ring; and hair pulled tightly in a bun. There are no other identifying features to the image and the print is without wear or damage and in mint condition. Number-Units: 1

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Two-dimensional, Photographs, Children's clothing, Clothing and dress

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Photographs