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Hingham, Massachusetts

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a dirt road with a house nearby. In the distance, there are two houses with pitched roofs, chimneys, and trees. The photo is in monochrome, with smooth surfaces, clear lines, and gentle shading. The color palette consists of black, white, and various shades of gray, with a hint of blue and sepia. Three figures are standing in front of a wooden fence.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1848
Medium
daguerreotype
Dimensions
5496 × 4722 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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