^#1778 ^Lot 1838 Fitz John Porter and Staff

Sharp and desirable wet plate, albumen photograph, mounted to a 6 x 4.5 card. Spectacular outdoor view of General Fitz John Porter and his staff posing in front of his tent. The general can be seen seated at left center, in uniform with rank of brigadier general, holding sword and kepi on his lap. Numerous officers with swords are in the scene as well as three African American servants. An African American boy can be seen at far left on one knee, an African American woman is standing at right, and next to her lounging on the ground is an African American man wearing fatigue coat and kepi. 1862 M.B. Brady imprint on the front of the mount. Backmark: Photographic label, Brady's Album Gallery, No. 496. Gen'l Fitz John Porter and Staff, At Headquarters, Westover, Westover Landing, Virginia, July 16, 1862. In fine condition, with light toning.