Joseph H. Cummings
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
DateProbably 1861
MediumPhotography; tintype on lacquered iron plate in thermoplastic case with metal hinges and clasp
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 2 1/16 x 2 9/16in. (5.2 x 6.5cm)
Plate (height x width): 2 x 3in. (5.1 x 7.6cm)
Other (case height x width x depth): 3 3/4 x 3 1/4 x 3/4in. (9.5 x 8.3 x 1.9cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Object number2010.241.1
DescriptionHalf-length portrait of a young man wearing a military uniform, probably a militia uniform. His hat is beside him.
NotesSubject Note: Joseph H. Cummings was mustered into the First Connecticut Volunteer Heavy Artillery on May 23, 1861 as a first sergeant. He was subsequently promoted to second lieutenant and then to first lieutenant. He died on August 28, 1864. (Finlay 11/30/2010)Status
Not on view
Edmund Burke Kellogg
1850-1860
