Edward Anthony

American, 1819 - 1888

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The image shows a young child's upper body and head. The child is seated, facing the camera. They have short, curly hair and expressive facial features. The child is wearing a plaid-patterned piece of clothing. The background is plain and neutral, with no discernible objects or scenery. The image is presented within a styled border with text at the bottom.
Edward Anthony, "Young Africa", 1862, albumen silver print (carte-de-visite), Ross J. Kelbaugh Collection, Purchased with support from the Ford Foundation, 2023.39.50

"Young Africa"

Edward Anthony · 1862 · albumen silver print (carte-de-visite) ·  Accession ID  2023.39.50
The image consists of nine individuals, some seated and others standing, showing their full bodies. At the center, a man is seated on a wooden chair, holding a large bow and arrows, and is dressed in traditional clothing with a headband and long hair. Surrounding him are both men and women in different poses; one woman is seated on the floor to the left wearing a decorative headband. The individuals wear traditional garments such as beads and patterned fabrics, with some adorned with feathers or furs. Several others also wear headbands, and one man on the right wears a dark suit with beads and holds a stick resembling a staff. The background is plain and neutral, likely intended to draw focus on the subjects. The image appears to be a studio photograph with a carpet or floor covering visible underfoot.
Edward Anthony, Mathew B. Brady, Portrait of Nine Native Americans, c. 1862, albumen silver print (carte-de-visite), Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2023.108.6

Portrait of Nine Native Americans

Edward Anthony, Mathew B. Brady · c. 1862 · albumen silver print (carte-de-visite) ·  Accession ID  2023.108.6