Robert Walsh, Painting by Thomas Sully, 3936-B

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Collection Type

Photography

GUSN

GUSN-387033

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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
Negatives
Nineteenth Century
Robert Walsh, Painting by Thomas Sully, 3936-B
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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
- Negatives
  - Nineteenth Century

Description

The image is a photograph of a painting by Thomas Sully, portraying a man identified as Robert Walsh. The man is shown in a relaxed pose, resting his head on his hand. An open book is visible in the foreground, suggesting a contemplative or scholarly setting. The photograph was taken by Frank William Bayley.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
portraits
paintings (visual works)
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

17661

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023473
B-Series negative 3936-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

PC012.001.003.3936-B

Date Notes

Painted circa 1814

Record Details

Originator

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

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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