Picture Comparison

[BettyO]

(08-08-2012 12:52 PM)Laurie Verge Wrote:  The profile of Pauline does certainly look like what the NPS says is Anna Petersen, HOWEVER, the first picture we saw on this post is in a dress of the 1865 era (dropped shoulder line, bishop's sleeves, tie at neck, etc.). The photo of Pauline is definitely at least 20-25 years later, judging by the dress. The face should have aged more if they are of the same woman.

It is very possible, to me, that the ca. 1865 photo is Mama Petersen, and the latter one of daughter Pauline.

Laurie - based on the clothing, I think you are seriously correct! The first photo is 1860's era -- this one is definitely 1890s -