Abigail Browne (Mrs. Joseph Blaney), Painted by Joseph Blackburn, 3546-B

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Collection Type

Photography

GUSN

GUSN-386644

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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
Negatives
Eighteenth Century
Abigail Browne (Mrs. Joseph Blaney), Painted by Joseph Blackburn, 3546-B
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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
- Negatives
  - Eighteenth Century

Description

The image is a photograph of a painting by Joseph Blackburn depicting Mrs. Joseph Blaney, also known as Abigail Browne. The portrait shows a woman in a formal gown with an elaborate design, featuring lace and folds, typical of the 18th century. She is posed elegantly with one arm resting on a surface. The background includes a draped curtain and a patterned area.

Details

Descriptive Terms

portraits
People
photography
paintings (visual works)
dresses (garments)
gelatin dry plate negatives

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023081
B-Series negative 3546-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC012

Collection Name

Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929

Date of Acquisition

1932-10

Reference Code

PC012.001.002.3546-B

Date Notes

Painted in 1757

Record Details

Originator

Bayley, Frank W. (Frank William), 1863-1932 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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