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The image shows a densely packed urban area from a high vantage point. The horizon is near the top edge, with buildings and homes tightly packed together. Various architectural features like pitched roofs and chimneys are visible. In the distance, the ground levels off, possibly indicating flat plains or water. The image is monochromatic, focusing on shades of gray and sepia tones. Rooftops dominate the foreground, with structures becoming smaller and less defined in the distance, showing depth in the composition.
Francis Hacker, Looking Northwest from Westminster Street, Providence, 1858-1860, salted paper print, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2015.200.1

Looking Northwest from Westminster Street, Providence

Francis Hacker · 1858-1860 · salted paper print ·  Accession ID  2015.200.1

The image shows a row of large industrial structures near a body of water. The structures have cranes or large beams attached. The view is from ground level, with misty and atmospheric conditions obscuring the horizon and creating a mysterious feel. The image features soft brushstrokes or a grainy texture, a monochromatic color palette dominated by gray and black, and a pile of material near the viewer.
Robert Demachy, Cranes, c. 1900, gum dichromate print, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2020.72.1

Cranes

Robert Demachy · c. 1900 · gum dichromate print ·  Accession ID  2020.72.1

The image shows a rural scene with a stone building on the right, a person sitting near the entrance, a wooden cart on a dirt path, another cart in the background, and trees in the distance. A pond in the foreground reflects part of the environment. The sky occupies a large part of the upper half of the image. The scene is depicted in a monochromatic palette, emphasizing textures and shadows.
Henri Courmont, La Jolerie, 1853-1855, salted paper print, Gift of Lee Gallery in honor of Mack Lee, 2019.112.1

La Jolerie

Henri Courmont · 1853-1855 · salted paper print ·  Accession ID  2019.112.1

The image shows an upper-body view of a young child who is seated and positioned slightly to the side with their head turned towards the left. The child's facial expression is neutral, and they have light-colored hair that is neatly combed and parted to the side. They are wearing a plaid dress with short sleeves and a square neckline with a white lace trim. One arm is across their chest, resting on the fabric of the dress. There is a delicate pearl earring visible in one ear. The background consists of a blurred, dark textured surface, possibly fabric, creating a neutral backdrop. The photograph is encased in a gold-toned frame that has a spattered pattern of darker spots.
Albert Sands Southworth, Josiah Johnson Hawes, Portrait of a Child, c. 1850, daguerreotype, The Joyce and Robert B. Menschel Fund, 2002.85.1

Portrait of a Child

Albert Sands Southworth, Josiah Johnson Hawes · c. 1850 · daguerreotype ·  Accession ID  2002.85.1

In this black-and-white photograph, five children sit closely together on a couch, reading different comic books and magazines. The comic books obscure the faces of the five children, and they appear absorbed in their reading. A sixth child who appears to be a young boy sits on the ground in front of the couch next to a coffee table piled high with dirty dishes and more comic books. His face is partially visible; he has light skin and dark hair, and he looks over his shoulder to the right. The children wear a variety of clothing with different patterns, including long-sleeved shirts, dresses, belts, and long pants. The wall behind the couch is light gray, with the edge of a framed photo visible at the top.
Michael Jang, Study Hall, 1973, gelatin silver print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.119.1

Study Hall

Michael Jang · 1973 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2022.119.1

The image shows a group of people at a street intersection from the waist up. There is a man in a dark suit and dark sunglasses with short dark hair, holding a rolled-up newspaper. Next to him is a blonde woman, partially obscuring another person. In the center, an individual in a patterned shirt is visible. On the left, an elderly woman in a light-colored coat with a veil over her hair and dark sunglasses is present. In the background, urban architecture is visible with a large building, a street lamp, and a "California" street sign. Another person in a suit is seen standing on the sidewalk in the distance.
Michael Jang, Self-Portrait, Financial District, San Francisco, 1973, gelatin silver print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.119.3

Self-Portrait, Financial District, San Francisco

Michael Jang · 1973 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2022.119.3

The image shows a street with trees and wooden houses. The trees are bare and line both sides of the road. A church steeple can be seen in the distance on the left. The wooden houses have shuttered windows. The photo is in sepia tone, creating a vintage feel. The color palette is mostly brown, giving a historical ambiance.
Henry F. Herbert, Dartmouth College Church, Professor Clement Long's House, President Nathan Lord's House, Sherman Nunnery, c. 1858, salted paper print, Gift of Lee Gallery Inc, 2015.166.1

Dartmouth College Church, Professor Clement Long's House, President Nathan Lord's House, Sherman Nunnery

Henry F. Herbert · c. 1858 · salted paper print ·  Accession ID  2015.166.1

This image shows fishing boats near a harbor. The boats are docked near the shore with their sails raised. In the background, there are blurry structures that may be buildings or cliffs. The scene conveys a sense of a harbor in a coastal town.
Frank Meadow Sutcliffe, Whitby Fishermen, c. 1885, carbon print, Robert B. Menschel Fund, 1999.57.2

Whitby Fishermen

Frank Meadow Sutcliffe · c. 1885 · carbon print ·  Accession ID  1999.57.2

The image shows the upper body of a person leaning slightly forward. The person’s face is partially obscured by a wide-brimmed hat with a dark ribbon around it, which casts a shadow over the face. The person has a fair complexion, but specific facial features and hair are not clearly visible due to the shadow. They are wearing a white blouse with a dark vest over it, and a skirt with a striped pattern. The person is holding a sickle in one hand. The background is a blurred outdoor setting.
Heinrich Kühn, Die Schnitterin, 1924, bromoil transfer print, Diana and Mallory Walker Fund, 2007.120.1

Die Schnitterin

Heinrich Kühn · 1924 · bromoil transfer print ·  Accession ID  2007.120.1

The image shows the view from underneath a bridge, showcasing its structural framework against the sky. There are several barges on the river below, near another bridge in the distance. The water reflects the surroundings, creating a tranquil scene. The image has a textured, grainy appearance reminiscent of early photography, with a color palette dominated by sepia tones.
Robert Demachy, Pont des Arts, Paris, c. 1900, gum dichromate print, William and Sarah Walton Fund, 2007.8.1

Pont des Arts, Paris

Robert Demachy · c. 1900 · gum dichromate print ·  Accession ID  2007.8.1