Miss Boushee, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889
williamskimballcompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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pencil drawn
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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charcoal drawing
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charcoal art
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coloured pencil
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men
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This carte de visite, a popular form of portrait photography in the 19th century, features actress Miss Boushee. "Miss Boushee, from the Actresses series" was issued in 1889 by the firm of Wm. S. Kimball & Co. as part of a collection of portraits of prominent stage performers of the era. The photograph captures Miss Boushee in a theatrical pose, likely from a play or performance, highlighting the popularity of theater during the period. The image showcases the detail and artistry of the carte de visite format, offering a glimpse into the world of 19th-century American theater.
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