John Turner, Painting by John Smibert, 3869-B

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Collection Type

Photography

GUSN

GUSN-386955

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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
Negatives
Eighteenth Century
John Turner, Painting by John Smibert, 3869-B
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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
- Negatives
  - Eighteenth Century

Description

The image features a portrait of John Turner, painted by John Smibert. The portrait is photographed by Frank William Bayley. It depicts a man with a curled wig, dressed in period clothing with visible buttons and elaborate cuffs. The background includes a view of a ship, suggesting a maritime theme or setting. The painting is framed and presented in a decorative border.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
portraits
paintings (visual works)
gelatin dry plate negatives

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023406
B-Series negative 3869-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC012

Collection Name

Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929

Date of Acquisition

1932-12

Reference Code

PC012.001.002.3869-B

Date Notes

Painted in 1737

Record Details

Originator

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

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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