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Portrait of Six Men

Robert H. Vance

National Gallery of Art

The image is a vintage photograph of six men. Three men are standing in the back row, while three are seated in the front row. All individuals have serious expressions and their hair varies in style. The men are dressed in formal attire typical of the late 19th or early 20th century, wearing dark suits, overcoats, ties, and hats such as bowler and flat caps. The two seated men on the far ends have their hands neatly placed on their laps. The photograph is set within an ornate gold frame, and the background consists of a plain backdrop, suggesting a studio setting. The frame features intricate decorative patterns.

Artwork Details

Date
1850s
Medium
ambrotype
Dimensions
7802 × 9906 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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