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portrait of a man holding an umbrella and top hat

The Sheffield Photographic Company

1850

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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Early 19th Century Portrait

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portrait of a man holding an umbrella and top hat is a 1850 photographic by The Sheffield Photographic Company, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: The Sheffield Photographic Company
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This is a photograph of a man in a dark suit, holding an umbrella in his left hand and a top hat in his right. He stands with his right leg crossed over his left, leaning against a table with a potted plant on it. The background is a dark curtain. The man's attire and the style of the photograph suggest it was taken in the late 19th century. The image is in sepia tones, giving it a classic and timeless feel. The photograph is a great example of the work of The Sheffield Photographic Company, and you can learn more about their techniques by exploring the museum's collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum.