A distinguished gentleman in formal black morning dress sits with composed authority, his hand resting on the arm of a chair as he gazes toward the camera with penetrating intensity. The black and white photograph captures fine detail across his weathered face and tailored suit, rendered with the classical portraiture approach of mid-twentieth century studio photography. Crafted from durable canvas-like poly-poplin and made to order, double-stitched with a cotton webbing strap. The everyday haul, from groceries to the beach, carrying an independent artist's work.