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Floyd, John Buchanan (1806-1863) In civilian suit, standing 3/4 length portrait Napoleonic pose

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.02.1046 Author/Creator: Floyd, John Buchanan (1806-1863) Place Written: s.l. Type: Photograph Date: Pagination: 1 carte de visite 10.3 x 6.1 cm Order a Copy

Graphite inscription on verso "Floyd" "From Mrs. Conant Oct 12 1928" "Floyd." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. Anthony, 501 Broadway, New York. From Photographic Negative, From Brady's National Portrait Gallery."

Floyd, John Buchanan, 1806-1863

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