[Adelaide Claxton] 1860s

This carte de visite, a popular photographic format in the 19th century, is a portrait of Adelaide Claxton taken by John and Charles Watkins in the 1860s. The image captures Claxton in profile, highlighting her elegant hairstyle and the religious pendant she wears. The photograph, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the life of a woman during this era, showcasing the fashion and social customs of the time.