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Silhouette of Mr. Furlong

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Collection Type

  • Art

Date

ca. 1850

GUSN

GUSN-24819

Description

Traditionally thought to be Mr. Furlong, partner of Moses Coleman. Positive black paper silhouette, cut out and pasted on white paper; brick or stone pavement drawn in ink and wash (?). Portrays man with hat and beard from side view. (See also 1963.109).

Details

Descriptive Terms

silhouettes
ink
paper (fiber product)
wash (coating)
Unidentified Paper
Ink
Wash
SILHOUETTE

People and Organizations

Mr. Furlong

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

16.25 x 10.375 (HxW) (inches)

Accession Number

1963.108

Places

Massachusetts (United States)

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