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James Buchanan

Attributed to Jesse Whitehurst (American, 1820 - 1875)
Date1856
MediumSalt print
DimensionsOverall: 7 3/8 x 5 3/8 inches (18.73 x 13.65 cm)
Credit LineGift of Hallmark Cards, Inc.
Object number2005.27.333
InscribedIn pencil on front of mount: "Buchanan - 1856."
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DescriptionOval image of a man, James Buchanan, seated at a table. He's wearing a suit and turns his head to look at the viewer.
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