Jonathan Mason and Family Silhouette, by Auguste Edouart, 3681-B

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Collection Type

Photography

GUSN

GUSN-386780

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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
Negatives
Nineteenth Century
Jonathan Mason and Family Silhouette, by Auguste Edouart, 3681-B
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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
- Negatives
  - Nineteenth Century

Description

The image depicts a silhouette of the Jonathan Mason family, created by August Edouart and photographed by Frank William Bayley. The scene includes five family members in profile, seated and standing in a domestic interior. Curtains and a framed picture are visible in the background.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
People
silhouettes
gelatin dry plate negatives

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023217
B-Series negative 3681-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

PC012.001.003.3681-B

Date Notes

Silhouette made between circa 1839 and 1849

Record Details

Originator

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

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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