Francis M. Stanwood 1869

This 1869 photograph is a double portrait of Francis M. Stanwood in two different poses. In the left image, Stanwood is depicted in a bust-length portrait with his head tilted slightly towards his left shoulder. The image on the right presents him in a seated pose with his right hand resting on a table. Both images display the formal style of portraiture prevalent in the late 19th century. This work showcases the artistic development of portrait photography in the late 19th century.