Jim Mitchell, April 15, 1870

Item — Box: 1

Identifier: 2017-VR-013

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates

April 15, 1870

Creator

Gardner, Alexander, 1821-1882 (Photographer, Person)

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library’s Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.

Extent

From the Collection: 89 Linear Feet (Variety of container sizes based on photograph sizes and material types. Over-sized items are housed in drawers.)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Physical Description

Carte de visite of Jim Mitchell taken in the studio of photographer Alexander Gardner. Mitchell is seated wearing work clothing behind him are studio props including drapery and a piece of furniture with wooden canes or walking sticks propped upon it. Gardner's stamp and a handwritten note appear on the reverse, 'Jim Mitchell formerly servant of the Washington famiy, 83 years old. April 15th 1870, lived at Mt. Vernon since 14 years age.' Photographer's stamp: Gardner, No. 511 7th St., Washington, D.C.

Dimensions

2 7/16 in. x 3 15/16 in.

Subjects

Albumen prints Subject Source: TGM II, Genre and physical characteristic terms
Card photographs Subject Source: TGM II, Genre and physical characteristic terms
Cartes de visite Subject Source: TGM II, Genre and physical characteristic terms
Employees Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Mitchell, Jim, 1795-1870
Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union