General Ambrose Burnside 1858 - 1869

This carte de visite, a popular form of portraiture in the 19th century, captures General Ambrose Burnside, a significant figure in the American Civil War. Created by Jeremiah Gurney between 1858 and 1869, the image showcases Burnside in a formal pose, dressed in his Union Army uniform. Burnside's stern expression and military attire emphasize his authority, a quality that resonated with viewers during his time as a prominent military leader. The image is currently part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, a testament to its historical and artistic significance.