Sarah Prince (Mrs. Moses Gill), Painting by John Singleton Copley, 3602-B

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  • Photography

GUSN

GUSN-386701

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Description

The image is a photograph of a painting by John Singleton Copley, depicting Mrs. Moses Gill (Sarah Prince). The portrait is framed and shows a woman with an elaborate hairstyle, wearing a dress adorned with lace and pearls. The background is plain, highlighting the subject.

Details

Descriptive Terms

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

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023138
B-Series negative 3602-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC012

Collection Name

Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929

Date of Acquisition

1932-11

Reference Code

PC012.001.002.3602-B

Date Notes

Painted in circa 1764

Record Details

Originator

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

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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