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Dr. Miller, Treasury Department employee, half-length portrait, seated at... between 1884 and 1930. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Dr. Miller, Treasury Department employee, half-length portrait, seated at... between 1884 and 1930. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Dr. Miller, Treasury Department employee, half-length portrait, seated at desk, facing left, between 1884 and 1930
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Administrator Attache Bureaucracy Bureaucrat Bureaucratic Desk Employee Employment Government Office Office Worker Papers Paperwork Portrait Photographs 1880 1930 Gmgpc Scrutoire Treasury Writing Desk Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin
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This half-length portrait captures Dr. Miller, a dedicated Treasury Department employee, in the midst of his daily routine between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Seated at his cluttered writing desk, he faces left, engrossed in the mountain of paperwork before him. The photograph, taken between 1884 and 1930 by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, offers a glimpse into the bureaucratic world of the time. Dr. Miller's attire, consisting of a formal suit and tie, exudes an air of professionalism and seriousness. The dark wood furniture in the background, including a bookcase filled with leather-bound volumes and a small scrutoire, adds to the image of a traditional office setting. The Congressional Library serves as the location for this portrait, further emphasizing the importance of government records and documentation during this era. The man's focused expression and the piles of papers scattered across the desk suggest the arduous nature of his job as a Treasury Department employee. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the countless individuals who dedicated their careers to the service of their country, often in the face of tedious and time-consuming administrative tasks. Frances Benjamin Johnston's masterful use of light and shadow, as well as her keen eye for detail, bring this portrait to life and transport us back to a bygone era. The photograph is a valuable addition to the Heritage Art collection, providing a unique glimpse into the history of America's bureaucracy and the people who shaped it.
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