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Albert Sands Southworth (American, 1811-1894) — Untitled (Boston Customs House)

Albert Sands Southworth (American, 1811-1894)

Untitled (Boston Customs House)

1850

Among the earliest architectural photography in America, Southworth's daguerreotype showcases the pioneering technical precision that made his Boston studio internationally renowned.

Medium
Daguerreotype

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Albert Sands Southworth (American, 1811-1894), Untitled (Boston Customs House), 1850

Among the earliest architectural photography in America, Southworth's daguerreotype showcases the pioneering technical precision that made his Boston studio internationally renowned.

Medium
Daguerreotype
Year
1850
Seen at
Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL

Related themes

Nineteenth Century, Monochrome, Photography, Documentary, Historic, Architectural, American, Precise, Urban Landscape, Daguerreotype

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