[E. Johnson] 1860s

This carte de visite, a popular photographic format in the 19th century, is a portrait of E. Johnson, taken by the renowned American photographer George Gardner Rockwood in the 1860s. Rockwood was known for his studio portraits, which captured the likeness of his sitters with great detail. Johnson is depicted seated, dressed in formal attire, holding a cane, which suggests a man of status. The image, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, offers a glimpse into the fashion and portraiture trends of the era, showcasing Rockwood's mastery of the photographic process.