Dr. Stephen Smith (1823-1869) c. 1860 - 1880

This carte de visite photograph, created by Jeremiah Gurney circa 1860-1880, depicts Dr. Stephen Smith. Gurney was a well-known photographer who specialized in portraiture, a popular genre in the 19th century. The image shows Smith standing in a formal pose, wearing a suit and tie, his hand resting on a table draped with fabric. The photograph's small size and simple composition are characteristic of the carte de visite format, which was widely used for sharing portraits and capturing personal moments.