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Among the first daguerreotypists of their day, Albert Sands Southworth (1811-1894) and Josiah Johnson Hawes (1808-1901) achieved international prominence for their captivating portraits and views. Their Boston studio's eminent clients included Senator Daniel Webster; this c. 1850 portrait of the statesman and political orator vividly captured his indomitable character. hide information

Among the first daguerreotypists of their day, Albert Sands Southworth (1811-1894) and Josiah Johnson Hawes (1808-1901) achieved international prominence for their captivating portraits and views. Their Boston studio's eminent clients included Senator Daniel Webster; this c. 1850 portrait of the statesman and political orator vividly captured his indomitable character. This stamp was issued by the United States Postal Service on June 13, 2002 as part of the Masters of American Photography Issue series .