Artillery, Musician 1866

"Artillery Musician" is an albumen print by Oliver H. Willard, taken in 1866, and now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The photograph captures a Union soldier, likely a drummer, standing in a studio setting, holding his drum and drumsticks. Willard, a prolific photographer, documented the American Civil War through his photographs. This image exemplifies his skill in portraiture and his focus on the individuals who served in the war. The detail in the uniform and the soldier's stoic pose offer a glimpse into the lives of those who fought during this pivotal period in American history.