Portrait of a Girl c. 1857

"Portrait of a Girl" is a daguerreotype created by Oliver H. Willard, a prominent American photographer, circa 1857. The image captures a young girl in a simple yet elegant dress, her expression somber and her gaze fixed on the viewer. Willard's use of light and shadow highlights the subject's features, conveying a sense of realism and intimacy. The image serves as a window into the lives of ordinary people during the mid-19th century, offering a glimpse into the fashion, portraiture, and social customs of the era. Daguerreotype, Oliver H. Willard, Portrait, Girl.