[Old Tom] 1856 - 1859

"Old Tom" is a salt print photograph by British artist Horatio Ross, taken between 1856 and 1859. The image depicts an elderly man, likely a working-class individual, seated outdoors with a walking stick in his hand. Ross's photographs, particularly his portraits of everyday people, were highly regarded for their realism and technical mastery. This image is a prime example of his ability to capture the dignity and humanity of his subjects, even in their weathered appearance.