Mathew Brady Collection (#9)
Mathew Brady, a renowned 19th-century photographer, captured the essence of his time through his lens
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Mathew Brady, a renowned 19th-century photographer, captured the essence of his time through his lens. His photographs documented significant moments in history and showcased prominent figures such as Grover Cleveland, the 22nd and 24th President of the United States. Brady's talent extended to capturing unique subjects like General Tom Thumb, a famous entertainer from that era. One of Brady's notable works was a head-and-shoulders portrait of Confederate General Jubal Early taken between 1860 and 1870. This photograph, though shot later by an unknown creator, immortalized Early's image for generations to come. Brady established his studio on Pennsylvania Ave. & 7th St. , Washington D. C. , around 1880-1883. From this location, he continued to produce remarkable images that depicted various aspects of American life during that period. Amongst Brady's collection is an intriguing photograph titled "Adoniram J. Holmes of Iowa, " dating between 1890 and 1902. The unknown creator managed to capture Holmes' essence in this enigmatic portrait. Another captivating work attributed to Brady is a photograph taken at Alexander Gardner's Photographic Gallery on 7th & D Street in Washington D. C. , circa 1863. Although created by an unidentified artist, it showcases the artistic collaboration prevalent among photographers during that time. In addition to portraits and historical figures, Brady also ventured into documenting groups such as Kit Carson's band at Camp McKibbin in Maryland (1893). These snapshots provide glimpses into lesser-known aspects of American society during the late nineteenth century. Furthermore, some photographs reflect celebrations or events like "Shall Old Acquaintance be Forgotten" (1893) or "Just a friendly____" (1893), both captured by unknown creators who expertly conveyed the spirit of those occasions. Brady even delved into more personal moments with pictures like "Capt.