[Family portrait]

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Liszt Collection

[Family portrait]

[Family portrait]; Unknown maker, American; 1850 - 1855; Daguerreotype; Whole plate, Image: 13 x 17.8 cm (5 1/8 x 7 in.), Mat: 21 x 27.1 cm (8 1/4 x 10 11/16 in.), Object (whole): 33.2 x 39.4 cm (13 1/16 x 15 1/2 in.)

Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy

Media ID 12651887

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1850 1855 Daguerreotype Family Maker

EDITORS COMMENTS
This family portrait, captured between 1850 and 1855 by an unknown American maker, showcases the beauty of a bygone era. The daguerreotype technique used in this print adds a unique charm to the image, with its distinct silver sheen and exquisite detail. The photograph depicts a close-knit family, their expressions frozen in time. Each member is carefully positioned, creating a harmonious composition that draws the viewer's attention. The whole plate size of 13 x 17.8 cm allows for intricate details to be captured, highlighting the delicate features of each individual. The mat surrounding the image measures 21 x 27.1 cm and complements the photograph perfectly, enhancing its visual impact. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from the Liszt Collection, we are transported back to an era where photography was still in its infancy but already capable of capturing cherished moments forever. Though we may never know who precisely created this masterpiece or who these individuals were, their legacy lives on through this stunning daguerreotype. It serves as a testament to both the artistry of early American photographers and the enduring power of family bonds. As we admire this extraordinary artifact measuring 33.2 x 39.4 cm in its entirety - encompassing not just an image but also history itself - let us appreciate how far photography has come while cherishing these glimpses into our shared pasts that continue to captivate us today.

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