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James Dorman Davidson Portrait

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James Dorman Davidson (1810-1882) sits in profile in a plush chair for a studio portrait in front of a backdrop. He is wearing a wide hat, suit jacket, bow tie, and trousers. He smokes a pipe and holds a cane, and rests one foot on a low footstool.

Date Created:
1880

Publication Information

Date Created 1880

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 7 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection McCormick family photographs and graphic materials, circa 1842-1966
Call Number M2002-174
Media Number Box 6,Folder 53

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0136NJ
Legacy ID
WHi 60580

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