Whitney, Ben 1981-835-27
/Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Ben Whitney, c. 1882-1890
THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:
Photographer: unidentified
THE SITTER(s):
Name(s): Ben Whitney
Description: Unique format portrait of Ben Whitney's bust in an oval frame with cartouche detailing. Whitney is wearing a suit and tie. He has a beard and combed hair. The gilted edges date this photo to the 1880's.
Biographical Note: Ben Whitney is possibly the brother of Senator Albion Paris Whitney.
Family Affiliation:
Bibliography: add, augment
THE PHOTOGRAPH:
Format / Size: Unique format, approximately 4 x 5 cm
Medium: albumen photographic print
Description, Obverse: (identify group or individual, gender(s); identify pose, furniture & props; describe composition, background, added color…)
Description, Reverse: “Uncle Ben Whitney”
Date: c. 1882-1890
Condition: (note tears, foxing, fading)
Owner: Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1981-835-27
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