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Twin Babies in Christening Gowns

Artist Unknown
Dateca. 1855
MediumDaguerreotype
DimensionsPlate (sixth): 3 1/4 × 2 3/4 inches (8.26 × 6.99 cm)
Credit LineGift of the Hall Family Foundation
Object number2005.37.115
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Description1/6 plate daguerreotype of twin babies in christening gowns positioned at either end of a sofa, housed in full thermoplastic case with relief image of children and pets.
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