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"A Humble Home"

J. S. Johnston

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a rural homestead scene. The image depicts multiple wooden structures, likely homes or sheds, made of simple wooden planks with a rough texture. The roofs are slanted and covered with metal sheets or similar materials. In the background, there is a dense area of trees. In the foreground, there are several domestic animals such as a dog, chicken, and possibly a goat. The ground is dirt, with some tools or equipment scattered around.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1890
Medium
stereoscopic albumen silver print
Dimensions
11704 × 6771 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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