Formal portrait, oval. 2 copies. Embossed on the matte is a studio or photographer's name in the lower right (Marceau) and a small shield in the upper left ubder which is written "Successus et Laboris".
Partial profile of John Pitcairn. On back of photo: "Sarony, Gold Medal Paris, 1878, 37 Union Square, New York. Negatives and duplicates may be obtained at any time. Elevator from the street." Photo dated in pen, "Dec. 1880."
Engraving of a photograph of John Pitcairn. Engraving published by Lewis Historical Publishing Company. Engraving by E.G. Williams and Bro. NY. Photograph by (Elias) Goldensky.