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Frances Clayton

Samuel Masury

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a person standing in a formal pose. They are slightly turned to the side, with their left hand resting on a chair and their right hand on a sword. The individual has a stern expression and defined facial features, with dark, neatly-combed hair. They are wearing a dark wide-brimmed hat with a decorative emblem, a buttoned jacket, trousers, and polished, dark shoes. The background is simple, with a plain wall and hardwood floor contrasting with the ornate chair.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1865
Medium
albumen silver print (carte-de-visite)
Dimensions
5915 × 9676 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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