Thomas Dongan, Painting by John Wollaston, 3972-B

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Collection Type

Photography

GUSN

GUSN-387067

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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
Negatives
Eighteenth Century
Thomas Dongan, Painting by John Wollaston, 3972-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 John Wollaston, depicting Thomas Dongan. The subject is portrayed wearing period attire, including a dark hat, and a coat with lace detailing. He is posed with one hand on his hip and the other holding a document or cloth. The background features a landscape with trees and a cloudy sky.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
portraits
paintings (visual works)
gelatin dry plate negatives

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023509
B-Series negative 3972-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC012

Collection Name

Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929

Date of Acquisition

1933-01

Reference Code

PC012.001.002.3972-B

Date Notes

Painted between circa 1749 and 1752

Record Details

Originator

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

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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