Tintype of James Washington

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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 black and white tintype photograph of James Washington. He is wearing a vest and suit jacket, with a bowtie and a bowler hat. He is also wearing a checkered shirt. He is sitting in a chair and his left hand is resting on his knee. The tintype is in a dark brown case. The case is hinged and has beveled edges. The exterior of the case has a floral design in relief. The interior of the case is lined with maroon velvet covered padding with an embroidered center. The tintype is within an oval glass frame surrounded by an ornate gold colored metal mat and preserver.

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