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Norton, William Carte de visite, as 1st lieutenant, standing 3/4 length portrait

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05111.02.1141 Author/Creator: Norton, William Place Written: s.l. Type: Photograph Date: Pagination: 1 carte de visite Order a Copy

Subject's right hand is behind his back, his left hand rests on a table next to his officer's hat. Ink inscription on recto "Wm. Norton Q.M." Graphite inscription on verso "Mr. Norton." Ink inscription on verso "Kate E. Peet." Photographers imprint on verso: "Hallett. 134 & 136 Bowery, N.Y."

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