Gilbert Stuart and Family, Painting by Washington Allston, 3984-B

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Photography

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GUSN-387079

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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
Negatives
Nineteenth Century
Gilbert Stuart and Family, Painting by Washington Allston, 3984-B
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Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929
- Negatives
  - Nineteenth Century

Description

The painting titled "Gilbert Stuart and Family" by Washington Allston, photographed by Frank William Bayley, depicts a group of people gathered in a room. In the center, one person is seated and holding a palette, suggesting the role of an artist. Others are standing around, some holding items or books, with a baby in the arms of one woman. A framed portrait hangs on the wall in the background.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
portraits
paintings (visual works)
gelatin dry plate negatives

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023521
B-Series negative 3984-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

PC012.001.003.3984-B

Date Notes

Painted in circa 1835

Record Details

Originator

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

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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