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Portrait of a School Teacher and Class

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group portrait of twelve people arranged in two rows. The front row consists of seven individuals, while the back row has five. Each person is looking towards the camera. Most of the people in the front row hold books or papers. The individuals have dark hair, styled flat, and are wearing dark, high-collared clothing typical of the era, with patterned, long dresses. One individual in the center front wears a pearl or bead necklace. The background is plain and dark, emphasizing the subjects. The image is bordered in an ornate frame with intricate patterns enhanced by gold detailing.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1860
Medium
ambrotype with applied color
Dimensions
10379 × 8077 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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