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Magician

c. 1850–55

America

Medium
daguerreotype, sixth plate
Measurements
Overall: 8.3 x 7 cm (3 1/4 x 2 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Michael Mattis and Judith Hochberg 2021.85
Public Domain
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Not on view
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A vertically oriented, black-and-white daguerreotype depicts a man with a light skin tone from the waist up. He has dark, wavy hair and looks directly at us with a somber expression. He wears a high white collar, dark necktie, vest, and a heavy cloak. His right hand rests on his lap while his left holds a tall top hat. The image is set within an ornate gold frame bordered by red velvet.

Magician

c. 1850–55

America

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