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A Look at Silhouettes, Then and Now

The ledger book of William Bache, c. 1803–1812.

William Bache traveled the country cutting and selling silhouettes. This ledger is from his time in New Orleans, Louisiana. After cutting a profile, he’d save a facsimile for his records. This book shows how diverse his patrons were: Creole citizens, people in fancy hats, children, and military heroes are all included.

Photo: Courtesy of the National Portrait Gallery

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