John Chestnut, Drawing by James Sharples, 3832-B

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  • Photography

GUSN

GUSN-386931

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Description

The image is a photograph of a painting by James Sharples, taken by Frank William Bayley. It depicts a portrait of a man identified as John Chestnut. The man is shown in a formal outfit, with a high-collared shirt and jacket, and has a composed expression. The background is plain and the composition focuses on the subject's upper body.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
portraits
drawings (visual works)
gelatin dry plate negatives

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023369
B-Series negative 3832-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

PC012.001.002.3832-B

Date Notes

Drawn between circa 1796 and 1811

Record Details

Originator

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

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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