J. S. Johnston

John S. Johnston

American, c. 1839 - 1899

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This is a photograph of a rural homestead scene. The image depicts multiple wooden structures, likely homes or sheds, made of simple wooden planks with a rough texture. The roofs are slanted and covered with metal sheets or similar materials. In the background, there is a dense area of trees. In the foreground, there are several domestic animals such as a dog, chicken, and possibly a goat. The ground is dirt, with some tools or equipment scattered around.
J. S. Johnston, "A Humble Home", c. 1890, stereoscopic albumen silver print, Ross J. Kelbaugh Collection, Purchased with support from the Ford Foundation, 2023.39.196

"A Humble Home"

J. S. Johnston · c. 1890 · stereoscopic albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2023.39.196