[Pair of Portraits of Man and Woman (Husband and Wife?)] 1852 - 1860

This pair of daguerreotype portraits, created between 1852 and 1860 by American photographer Jeremiah Gurney, depict a man and woman, likely a married couple, in formal attire. The portraits are housed in a hinged case with ornate gold frames, typical of the era's popular photographic format. The daguerreotype process, popular in the 19th century, captured detailed images using a silver-plated copper plate. These portraits offer a glimpse into the fashion and societal norms of mid-19th century America. They are now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.