Portrait of two unidentified children
Title
Portrait of two unidentified children
Description
Sepia-toned image of two children, standing on a fur rug. Note the child-sized buggy on which the child in the plaid dress rests one hand. The children are not identified, but the donor's mother was born in Canada.
[front] [stamped] J. Esson, Preston, Ont. Atelier 105. King St. [back] [stamped] Intantaneous process used esclusively at Esson's Elite Atelier opposist the Lyceum, King Street, Preston, Ont. Large photo's a specialty [sic]. Also life-size portraits in Caryon, India ink or water colours. Engagements can be made for photographin groups, private theatricals, fancy dress parties, wedding & c. & c. At your own homes, any time of day, or night.
Creator
Esson, James., photographer, Preston, Ontario, Canada
Date Created
circa 1860s
Subject
Photography of children
Fashion
Children's clothing
Cultural Studies
Genealogy & Family History
Place
Preston, Ontario, Canada
Medium
albumen prints
Language
English
Identifier
WCMpic_003919
Rights
Online access to this image is for research and educational purposes only. To inquire about permissions, order a reproduction, or for more information, please contact the Five Oaks Museum at Research@FiveOaksMuseum.org.
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Source
Robert L. Benson Research Library, Five Oaks Museum
Type
Still Image