Untitled [portrait of an unidentified Civil War soldier] 1858 - 1869

This small, yet striking, portrait of an unidentified Civil War soldier was created by Jeremiah Gurney, a prominent photographer from the 19th century. The image, dating from 1858 to 1869, showcases the subject in a formal pose, likely taken for a military record or personal remembrance. Gurney, known for his sharp detail and somber tone, captured the soldier's dignified bearing in a timeless image that reflects the era's social and historical context.