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    Mysterious Portrait of a 19th Century Woman
    Mysterious Portrait of a 19th Century Woman
    Mysterious Portrait of a 19th Century Woman

    Mysterious Portrait of a 19th Century Woman

    $19.95

    This photograph captures Anna Abs, a figure whose details remain somewhat elusive due to the lack of recorded information surrounding her life and the specific context of this image. Taken by a photographer from the Bain News Service, the photo exemplifies early 20th-century portraiture. The use of glass negatives during this period was significant; they provided high-detail images that were crucial for both news dissemination and archiving historical moments. Although the exact location and date are not noted, the style and technique reflect the precision and craftsmanship characteristic of that eras photographic methods.

    The Bain News Service played an essential role in chronicling life during the early 1900s, providing images that often captured notable figures, daily life, and moments of significance across America. While this particular image of Anna Abs may not carry a well-documented narrative, it stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of everyday lives that contributed to the larger historical picture of the time. The glass negative medium, a defining feature of this photograph, serves as an important reminder of the technological advancements in photography that allowed for preservation of such images.

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    Mysterious Portrait of a 19th Century Woman

    Mysterious Portrait of a 19th Century Woman

    8" x 10"
    $19.95
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