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Tintype of a man

1856-1900

Smithsonian NMAAHC collection

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This description refers to material held by Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Visual details below describe the original material.

A tintype of an unidentified African American man standing for his portrait next to a fluted column wearing a hat, tie, jacket, and waistcoat. His right forearm rests on the base of the column. His tie has been painted blue, and his buttons, pocketwatch, and chain have all been painted gold.

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Catalog reference: 2010.36.11.9

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