John Scollay, Painting by John Singleton Copley, 3632-B

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Collection Type

Photography

GUSN

GUSN-386732

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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
Negatives
Eighteenth Century
John Scollay, Painting by John Singleton Copley, 3632-B
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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
- Negatives
  - Eighteenth Century

Description

The image is a portrait of John Scollay. He is depicted seated, dressed in formal attire with a long coat and a cravat. His hair is styled in a fashion typical of the 18th century. In front of him are a quill, an inkwell, and a closed book resting on a table. The frame is ornate with decorative carvings. There is a small plaque at the bottom which mentions the artist, John Singleton Copley.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
People
portraits
paintings (visual works)
gelatin dry plate negatives

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023168
B-Series negative 3632-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

PC012.001.002.3632-B

Date Notes

Painted in circa 1760

Record Details

Originator

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

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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