Joseph Jenkins Roberts, half-length portrait, full face, Antique Wall Art

Step back in time with this striking reproduction of Joseph Jenkins Roberts, half-length portrait, full face. Sourced from the United States Library of Congress.

Library of Congress record: Created ca 1851 Case: back only, diamond inside geometric design. Label taped on back of case: President Roberts. This is a copy daguerreotype. Anson was not known to have operated a daguerreotype studio when President and Mrs. Roberts visited the United States. The original daguerreotype is attributed to Augustus Washington. See similar backdrop in DAG no. 1029. Was part of LOT 8554. Transfer; Manuscript Division. American Colonization Society Records, 1792-1964 (Library of Congress). Daguerreotype collection (Library of Congress). The American Colonization Society was organized in 1817 to resettle Afro-Americans in Liberia. Portrait photographs 1850-1860.Daguerreotypes 1850-1860.

Available framed in a classic black wood frame ready to hang, or unframed for custom display. An elegant choice for any living room, study, or professional office. Makes a thoughtful and distinctive gift. Free shipping on all US orders (domestic 48 states). Snapshots of the Past, founded in 2001, has se