Josiah J Hawes Collection

Untitled (Rev. Daniel Sharp, Congregationalist Preacher), 1850. [American clergyman Daniel Sharp was pastor of the Charles Street Baptist Church in Boston, Massachusetts]. Daguerreotype

Untitled (Boston Customs House), 1850. Creators: Albert Sands Southworth
Untitled (Boston Customs House), 1850. [Facade of Custom House in Boston, Massachusetts]. Daguerreotype

Untitled (Self-Portrait of Josiah Johnson Hawes), 1865. Creators: Albert Sands Southworth
Untitled (Self-Portrait of Josiah Johnson Hawes), 1865. Albumen print, carte-de-visite

Untitled (Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge, Massachusetts), 1850. [Grave of Amos Binney MD, co-founder of the Boston Society of Natural History]. Daguerreotype

Untitled (A Woman in Bonnet and Shawl, with her Seated Son), c. 1850. Daguerreotype

The Letter, c. 1850. Creators: Albert Sands Southworth, Josiah Johnson Hawes
The Letter, c. 1850

Portrait of a Boy, 1853-1855. Creators: Albert Sands Southworth, Josiah Johnson Hawes
Portrait of a Boy, 1853-1855

Boston Doctors, ca. 1850. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes, Albert Sands Southworth
Boston Doctors, ca. 1850

Young Man in Three-piece Suit and Bow Tie, 1850s. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes
Young Man in Three-piece Suit and Bow Tie, 1850s

Albert Sands Southworth, ca. 1845-50. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes
Albert Sands Southworth, ca. 1845-50

Young Woman with Hair Styled in Two Buns, 1850s. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes
Young Woman with Hair Styled in Two Buns, 1850s

Augusta Hawes at Four Years Old, 1850s. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes
Augusta Hawes at Four Years Old, 1850s

Harriet Beecher Stowe, 1850s. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes, Albert Sands Southworth
Harriet Beecher Stowe, 1850s

Sculpture Gallery, Boston Athenaeum, ca. 1855. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes
Sculpture Gallery, Boston Athenaeum, ca. 1855

Lemuel Shaw, ca. 1850. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes, Albert Sands Southworth
Lemuel Shaw, ca. 1850

William Henry Harrison, ca. 1850. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes, Albert Sands Southworth
William Henry Harrison, ca. 1850

Dr. John Collins Warren, ca. 1850. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes
Dr. John Collins Warren, ca. 1850

Commodore Charles Morris, ca. 1850. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes
Commodore Charles Morris, ca. 1850

Girl with Portrait of George Washington, ca. 1850. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes
Girl with Portrait of George Washington, ca. 1850

William Lloyd Garrison, ca. 1850. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes, Albert Sands Southworth
William Lloyd Garrison, ca. 1850

Woman in Black Taffeta Dress and Lace Shawl, ca. 1850. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes
Woman in Black Taffeta Dress and Lace Shawl, ca. 1850

Donald McKay, ca. 1850-55. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes, Albert Sands Southworth
Donald McKay, ca. 1850-55

Boston Lawyers or Clergymen (?), ca. 1850. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes
Boston Lawyers or Clergymen (?), ca. 1850

Daniel Webster, ca. 1850. Creators: Josiah Johnson Hawes, Albert Sands Southworth
Daniel Webster, ca. 1850

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EDITORS COMMENTS

"Josiah J. Hawes: Capturing the Essence of 19th Century Boston through Photography" Step into the world of Josiah J. Hawes, a talented photographer who left an indelible mark on the art scene in 19th century Boston. Collaborating with Albert Sands Southworth, their partnership produced remarkable images that still captivate us today. In "Untitled (Rev. Daniel Sharp, Congregationalist Preacher), 1850, " we witness Hawes' ability to capture the essence and character of his subjects. The intensity in Rev. Sharp's eyes reveals a man dedicated to his calling. Another notable work is "Untitled (Erastus Hopkins, Free Soiler), 1852. " Through careful composition and lighting techniques, Hawes brings out Hopkins' determination and conviction as he fights for political change during a tumultuous era. Hawes also turned his lens towards architectural wonders like the "Untitled (Boston Customs House), 1850. " This image showcases both his technical prowess and artistic eye as he captures intricate details that make this building an iconic symbol of Boston's history. But it is in self-portraiture where we truly glimpse into Hawes' soul. In "Untitled (Self-Portrait of Josiah Johnson Hawes), 1865, " we see a reflection of a man who was not only skilled behind the camera but possessed an undeniable depth and introspection. Beyond portraits, Hawes explored various themes such as mortality in "Untitled (Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge Massachusetts), 1850. " His hauntingly beautiful depiction transports us to this sacred place where life meets eternity. The tender moment captured in "Untitled (A Woman in Bonnet and Shawl, with her Seated Son), c. 1850" speaks volumes about family bonds and maternal love—a testament to Hawe's ability to evoke emotion through photography. Collaboration played a significant role in Hawes' career, as seen in "The Letter, c.