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Portrait of a Boy

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a child posing while standing on an upholstered chair. The child has short, neatly combed brown hair and features a calm expression. They are dressed in a dark, long-sleeved garment with a large lace collar, dark stockings, and shoes. The chair is upholstered in dark fabric and the background is a neutral gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1880s
Medium
tintype with applied color
Dimensions
8169 × 10637 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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