Brady, Mathew B. (ca. 1823-1896) Philip Kearny, carte de visite, in officer's uniform, 3/4 standing view, wearing cape & holding hat & sword
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.02.0510 Author/Creator: Brady, Mathew B. (ca. 1823-1896) Place Written: s.l. Type: Photograph Date: Pagination: 1 carte de visite Order a Copy
A close-up version of #505. Rank insignia obsurred by cape. In officer's uniform. He is also wearing a cape which covers his left shoulder (left arm was amputated during the Mexican War). His left sleeve is pinned to his uniform jacket just above his belt. In his right arm he holds a forage cap with decorative braiding and his sword. Graphite inscription on verso "Maj Genl Kearney." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. & H.T. Anthony 501 Broadway New York from Photographic Negative in Brady's National Portrait Gallery."
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