Joseph Vitkus and (probably) Louise Aksomitas
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Joseph A. Vitkus
(American, 1917 - 2003)
PhotographerPhotographed by
Denbeck Studio
(American)
PhotographerPhotographed by
Sylvan Studio
(American)
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Date1941-1945
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver prints on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width or smaller): 6 1/2 x 4 1/2in. (16.5 x 11.4cm)
Mount (height x width or smaller): 10 1/2 x 7 3/8in. (26.7 x 18.7cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of the estate of Joseph A. Vitkus
Object number2003.182.117-.119
DescriptionBust-length studio portrait of a young man with a mustache. He is wearing a military uniform shirt and cap. The same young man also appears wearing a suit and necktie, seated beside a young woman in a restaurant. She wears a short-sleeved dress with appliqué trim. Her jewelry includes a brooch and earrings. A rosebud is pinned to the bodice of her dress. Plates, silverware, glasses, and a bottle are on the table. A bar and other diners are in the background. The people in all of the photographs are smiling.
Status
Not on view
