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Maker and Role
Photographer: Alexander Fletcher (b.1837, d.1914)
 Photo Collection Reference Number
2812
 Description
Full length studio portrait of a woman. She stands with both hands on the back of a chair. Her gaze does not meet the camera. Distinguishing features include her bustle. Studio props include a rustic chair made from tree branches, and carpet. The backdrop is a painted mural of a decorative wall with an archway. An outdoor scene including a swan on a lake, large building with a turret, trees and sky are depicted through the archway. A side wall and exposed wooden floorboards are visible.
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Object detail

Object Type
glass plate negative
Media/Materials Description
Glass plate.
Media and Materials
Glass Monochrome/Media/Photography
4 x 5/glass plate/Format/Photography
Measurements
0 - Whole = Height x Width (mm) = 127 x 101mm
Collection
Fletcher Collection
Keywords
female, exposed ears, earrings, cuff, V neckline, bertha, pelerine, chemisette, bodice, natural waistline, long sleeve, basque, dress, full skirt, lace, ruffle, ribbon, adornment, carving, outdoor furniture, Trompe L'Oeil
Maker
Subject Category
Female
Portraits
Clothing - pre 1900

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