Untitled [bust portrait of a woman] 1852 - 1858

This daguerreotype portrait by Jeremiah Gurney, a noted American photographer, depicts an unidentified woman in a simple dress and white bonnet. The photograph, made between 1852 and 1858, is a classic example of the early photographic portraiture, and reflects the growing popularity of the daguerreotype as a way to capture personal likeness. The image, housed in a small wooden frame, showcases the detailed realism of the medium and the enduring appeal of the human face.