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Portrait Album

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a weathered red book cover with a metallic clasp. The cover has an embossed symmetrical pattern with a central ornate design, bordered by intricate flourishes. The texture appears worn and the color is predominantly red with darkened patches. The brass clasp on the side indicates the book’s purpose. The appearance suggests age and historical character.

Artwork Details

Date
1860s-1870s
Medium
bound volume of 48 tintypes
Dimensions
10599 × 6245 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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