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Portrait of a Baby

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oval-shaped black and white photograph of a baby in a decorative frame. The baby has a round face, light-colored hair covered by a frilly bonnet, and wears a light-colored dress with puffy short sleeves and a necklace. The baby holds a flower in their hands. The frame has an ornate leaf design around the edge and a small decorative piece at the top. The background of the photograph is dark and out of focus. Title: Portrait of a Baby Artist: Not specified.

Artwork Details

Date
1840–50
Medium
Watercolor on ivory
Culture
American
Dimensions
462 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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