Ann Boucher (Mrs. Nathaniel Cunningham), Painting by John Smibert, 3705-B

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Photography

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GUSN-386804

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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
Negatives
Eighteenth Century
Ann Boucher (Mrs. Nathaniel Cunningham), Painting by John Smibert, 3705-B
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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
- Negatives
  - Eighteenth Century

Description

The painting by John Smibert, photographed by Frank William Bayley, depicts Ann Boucher (Mrs. Nathaniel Cunningham). She is seated, wearing a gown with a low neckline and detailed sleeves. Her left hand is placed on her lap, and her right hand is held across her waist. A small dog is depicted lying beside her arm on a draped surface. The background shows a simple, natural scene with a tree and a rocky formation. The image is surrounded by an ornate frame.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
portraits
paintings (visual works)
gelatin dry plate negatives

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023241
B-Series negative 3705-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

PC012.001.002.3705-B

Date Notes

Painted in 1730

Record Details

Originator

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

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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