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Black woman, half-length portrait with oval brass protector [tintype]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.01.0493 Author/Creator: Place Written: s.l. Type: Photograph Date: circa 1861-1865 Pagination: 1 tintype 8.2 x 7.2 cm Order a Copy

The woman wears a skirt and blouse with a rope belt, earrings and a broach. The jewelry has been painted gold.

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