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William Tennant with Prosthetic Legs
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Studio portrait in front of a painted backdrop of William Tennant, standing with short pants that reveal his prosthetic legs. He holds a newspaper in his left hand, balances on a cane in his right. A painted paper background depicts a stairway and window between fabric covered studio benches. He also wears a top coat, vest, a pocket watch on a chain, and a bowler.
1897
Van Schaick, Charles
Publication Information
| Creator | Van Schaick, Charles |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1897 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 11 x 14 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Charles Van Schaick photographs and negatives, circa 1880-circa 1940 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | (V2)659 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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