Milton Miller (American, 1830-1899), Untitled (Man with Hat), c. 1860s | Peter Fetterman Gallery

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Milton Miller (American, 1830-1899)

Untitled (Man with Hat), c. 1860s

Vintage albumen print
Mount 16 3/4 x 11 3/4 inches; Image 7 3/4 x 5 3/4 inches, Mat 20 x 16, Frame 21 x 17

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Milton Miller is widely considered the foremost portrait photographer in 19th Century China. After mastering the art of photography in San Francisco in the 1850’s he travelled to China in 1860 to assist the photographers Howard and Weed. By 1861, Miller ran a photography studio in Hong Kong and Guangzhou specializing in portraits of influential Chinese and foreign citizens.

This exceptional albumen print is a prime example of his special talent. The subject gazes forward at the camera establishing a powerful connection with the viewer. It has a jarring intensity but Miller shows the remarkable empathy he must have had with his sitter. It seems so modern.

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