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Frank P. Cosper, a Young Typesetter

Henry Rosenstock

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a young man standing in a relaxed position. He is holding a composing stick in his left hand and resting his right hand on a type case filled with symbols or letters. The man has curly hair and a direct gaze towards the camera. He is dressed in a formal attire of a vest, long-sleeved shirt, trousers, and sturdy shoes. The background is plain with a patterned floor.

Artwork Details

Date
1860s
Medium
albumen silver print (carte-de-visite)
Dimensions
10652 × 14204 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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