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Douglas, Stephen Arnold, 1813-1861 In dark suit, standing 3/4 length portrait with right hand on back of chair

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.02.1003 Author/Creator: Douglas, Stephen Arnold, 1813-1861 Place Written: s.l. Type: Photograph Date: circa 1861-1865 Pagination: 1 carte de visite Height: 9.6 cm, Width: 6.1 cm Order a Copy

Photographers imprint on verso: "Carte de Visite by J. Carbutt, Photographic Artist. 131 Lake St. Chicago."

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