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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 Cyanotypes 1880 1930 Gmgpc 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, captured between 1884 and 1930, introduces Dr. Miller, a dedicated Treasury Department employee. Seated at his desk, Dr. Miller faces left, immersed in the intricacies of his work. The black-and-white image, created by renowned photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, transports us back to a time when bureaucracy reigned supreme in America. The 19th and early 20th centuries were marked by an unprecedented expansion of government offices, and this portrait offers a glimpse into the daily life of a dedicated public servant. Dr. Miller's attire, with its formal shirt and tie, reflects the professionalism expected of government employees during this era. His desk, adorned with papers and a writing set, is a testament to the laborious nature of bureaucratic work. The portrait was taken at the Library of Congress, a fitting location for a man whose career was intertwined with the country's financial and administrative machinery. The use of a cyanotype process adds to the image's historical significance, as this photographic technique was popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This portrait of Dr. Miller, a humble yet essential figure in the annals of American history, invites us to reflect on the countless individuals who have dedicated their lives to the service of their country. It serves as a reminder of the importance of dedicated public servants and the role they play in shaping our nation's future.
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