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Sargent Louis Albaugh

Jacob Byerly

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a portrait of a man. His upper body is shown, facing slightly to his left, with his right arm resting across his stomach and his left hand on his hip. He has a stern expression, a dark, full beard, and long, combed back hair reaching his ears. He wears a dark military jacket with brass buttons, intricate trim, and shoulder accents, suggesting a uniform. The jacket is adorned with ornate gold detailing, especially around the collar and down the front. The background is a dark, neutral tone blending into the portrait. The image is framed with an ornate frame featuring a gold, dotted border, displaying signs of age like spotting and wear.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1847
Medium
daguerreotype with applied color
Dimensions
9138 × 10679 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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