Portrait of Edith Wonsen n.d.
anonymous
theartinstituteofchicago
photography
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pencil drawn
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photo of handprinted image
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light pencil work
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16_19th-century
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wedding photograph
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yellowing background
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photo restoration
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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photography
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This anonymous carte de visite portrait of Edith Wonsen is a classic example of 19th-century photographic portraiture. The subject is posed formally in a studio setting, and the image is characterized by its sharp detail and high contrast. The photographer's signature, "E. Adams, 192 Main St. Gloucester Mass," is visible in the lower right corner of the card, providing insight into the origins of the portrait. The image likely served as a personal memento, documenting Edith Wonsen's appearance for posterity. It captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing the popularity of this style of photography in the late 1800s.
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