Untitled [portrait of an unidentified Civil War soldier] 1858 - 1869

This tintype portrait, taken by Jeremiah Gurney between 1858 and 1869, captures an unidentified Civil War soldier in formal attire. The subject stands in a studio setting, his stern gaze directed at the viewer, possibly taken for a loved one or for official documentation. The soldier's uniform, complete with buttons and a double-breasted coat, is a testament to the era's fashion trends and the importance of military bearing during the war. The image is a poignant reminder of the individual lives affected by the Civil War, leaving viewers to contemplate the unknown story behind this anonymous figure.