Thomas March Clark 1862

This 1862 albumen print, titled "Thomas March Clark, Bishop of Rhode Island," by Jeremiah Gurney, is a portrait of the religious leader. The image shows Clark dressed in clerical garb, seated in a chair and looking directly at the viewer. Gurney's use of natural light and a simple composition creates a timeless and dignified portrait of the bishop. The photograph was likely made for an album or collection, reflecting the growing popularity of photography as a means of capturing portraits and documenting personal histories in the mid-19th century.