Unknown Soldier | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society

Photograph

Unknown Soldier

Unknown Soldier | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society
Ferrotype/tintype of unknown soldier in front of a painted backdrop. Three-quarter length portrait, facing forward, sitting in a chair with his legs crossed. He is in uniform with 3 bar Sargent's chevrons on the sleeves, and his buttons have been highlighted with gold details. His cap is on the table next to his elbow. The outline of a nonpareil mat is on the tintype.
DESCRIPTION
Ferrotype/tintype of unknown soldier in front of a painted backdrop. Three-quarter length portrait, facing forward, sitting in a chair with his legs crossed. He is in uniform with 3 bar Sargent's chevrons on the sleeves, and his buttons have been highlighted with gold details. His cap is on the table next to his elbow. The outline of a nonpareil mat is on the tintype.
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:140106
Creation Date:date unknown
Creator Name:Unknown
City:
County:
State:
Collection Name:Cased image collection, circa 1839-circa 1899
Genre:Photograph
Original Format Type:photographic print, b&w
Original Format Number:PH 4195.539, Box 33
Original Dimensions:2.625 x 3.125 inches
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
No case.
SUBJECTS
Studios and dark rooms
Portrait photography
Indoor photography
Men
Moustache
Hairstyles
Military uniforms
Soldiers
Murals
Painting
Hats
Chairs

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