Gentleman Posed with a Chair, 1910

Summary

This man likely decided at the spur-of-the-moment to have his photograph taken. He has left his tie tucked in as he would while wearing a work apron. He probably saw the temporary set-up by a traveling photographer of a painted canvas in a store or public building. Choosing postcard paper meant that he could mail photos to friends and relatives.

This man likely decided at the spur-of-the-moment to have his photograph taken. He has left his tie tucked in as he would while wearing a work apron. He probably saw the temporary set-up by a traveling photographer of a painted canvas in a store or public building. Choosing postcard paper meant that he could mail photos to friends and relatives.

Artifact

Photographic postcard

Date Made

1910

Subject Date

1910

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2011.260.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard

Technique

Gelatin silver process

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 5.375 in

Width: 3.25 in

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