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William Pepper Norris

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image portrays a young child seated in a formal pose. The child is sitting on a red velvet chair with wood carvings visible on the top. Their face has fair skin and light-colored hair. They are wearing a dark velvet outfit with white lace or frill, light trousers, and shoes that match the trousers. The child is holding a small hat. The setting seems to be a studio with a neutral backdrop. The portrait is in a round gilded frame with intricate detailing.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1855
Medium
ambrotype with applied color
Dimensions
10036 × 11235 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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