Portret van Charles Briggs Thomas before 1871

"Portret van Charles Briggs Thomas" is a portrait photograph of the titular Charles Briggs Thomas, a prominent figure in the history of Omaha, Nebraska. The photograph, created by Edric L. Eaton in a small format, showcases Thomas in a seated pose. He is formally dressed in a suit, a common stylistic choice for portraiture during the 19th century, which emphasizes his stature and prominence. This work, which predates 1871, likely served as an official portrait for the "Omaha Daily Tribune", whose name is printed at the bottom. The photograph's intimate size speaks to its likely use as a personal or promotional image within the newspaper and the community of Omaha.