Silhouette of Amos Farnsworth       

Exhibit: To See My Country Free

Silhouette of Amos Farnsworth

c. 1775 ~ 1781
Groton History Center Collection

This silhouette of Major Amos Farnsworth consists of a small facial cutout placed over black cloth and illustrated with images of hair and a suit, thus giving character to the faceless silhouette of the local hero. The small gilt frame suggests that this was a personal memento belonging to or created by a family member, and the ring at the top of the frame evokes imagery of family portraits in the home.

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