Untitled (Portrait of Man and Woman)
Artist
Jesse H. Whitehurst
(American, 1820-1875)
CultureAmerican
Dateca. 1840-1849
MediumDaguerreotype
Dimensions4 1/2 × 3 1/2 in. (11.4 × 8.9 cm)
Markings“WHITEHURST” stamped in brass mat directly below image.
Credit LineGift of Christina and George Kemp
Object number2018.43.69
Not on view
DescriptionBeautifully composed portrait of a middle aged man and woman seated side by side on an ornate sofa. The woman is looking at the man. An interesting and unusual pose. Delicate tinting to subject’s face. Full leather case, Three Large Flowers design with a rose design embossed on the red velvet cushion. Quarter plate.