Antoine Samuel Adam-Salomon

French, 1811 - 1881

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The image shows a man from the waist up, standing with his body slightly leaning against a large column to his left. His arms are crossed at the waist, and he is holding a rolled document in one hand, along with a narrow cylindrical object. The man has a contemplative expression, with a strong, defined nose, medium-set eyes, and a high forehead. His hair is dark, parted on the side, and combed back. He is dressed in formal attire, consisting of a dark suit with a waistcoat and a white dress shirt, topped with a bow tie, and a long overcoat draping down. The background is simple, featuring a flat, neutral tone with a portion of the ornately styled column visible.
Antoine Samuel Adam-Salomon, Renan, 1880, Woodburytype, Corcoran Collection, 2016.117.13

Renan

Antoine Samuel Adam-Salomon · 1880 · Woodburytype ·  Accession ID  2016.117.13

The image shows a young girl standing in a portrait setting. She is positioned leaning against a decorative balustrade with her arms resting on it. She has delicate facial features and is wearing a large, fashionable hat that covers most of her styled hair. She is dressed in a striped dress with puffed sleeves, a large bow at the waist, white stockings, and dark shoes. She holds a basket with flowers in her left hand. The background includes a large urn with sculptural detailing and an elegant fabric draped over the balustrade. The overall composition gives the appearance of a studio photograph with a classical setting.
Antoine Samuel Adam-Salomon, Portrait of a Girl, c. 1850s, salted paper print, Gift of Alexander Novak, 2015.170.2

Portrait of a Girl

Antoine Samuel Adam-Salomon · c. 1850s · salted paper print ·  Accession ID  2015.170.2