Photograph
James W. Gorum
Sixth plate ferrotype/tintype of James W. Gorum in front of a painted backdrop. Seated three-quarter figure with beard and mustache, facing front with elbow on cloth-covered table, wearing Civil War Union coat, cap, and blue-tinted pants. Hand-coloring on backdrop, cheeks, trousers, cap, and gold buttons. Gorum served in Company G, 1st US Sharpshooters (Berdan's Sharpshooters). |
Image ID: | 121123 |
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Creation Date: | date unknown |
Creator Name: | Unknown |
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Collection Name: | Cased image collection, circa 1839-circa 1899 |
Genre: | Photograph |
Original Format Type: | cased images |
Original Format Number: | PH 4195.174, Box 14 |
Original Dimensions: | 2.75 x 3.25 inches |
Nonpareil stamped mat. Stamped leather case. |
Murals |
Painting |
Hats |
Civil War, 1861-1865 |
Military uniforms |
Soldiers |
Veterans |
Beards |
Indoor photography |
Men |
Moustache |
Portrait photography |
Studios and dark rooms |
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Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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