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Portrait of a Man

Artist Alexander Hesler (American, born Canada, 1823 - 1895)
Dateca. 1855
MediumDaguerreotype
DimensionsPlate (quarter): 4 1/4 x 3 1/4 inches (10.8 x 8.26 cm)
Credit LineGift of Hallmark Cards, Inc.
Object number2005.27.4803
InscribedMaker's ID On Velvet Liner Imprinted Artist
On View
Not on view
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Description1/4 plate daguerreotype. Oval image of a man. Artist's imprint on velvet liner.
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