Photograph
George Engelmann, Botanist
Carte-de-visite portrait of George Engelmann (1809-1884), German-American botanist. He is best known for describing the flora of the American West. Handwritten inscription at the bottom of image reads, "Geo. Engelmann, 1867." |
Image ID: | 45469 |
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Creation Date: | 1867 |
Creator Name: | Scholten, J. A. |
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Collection Name: | Increase A. Lapham papers, 1825-1930 |
Genre: | Photograph |
Original Format Type: | photographic print, b&w |
Original Format Number: | PH 24 |
Original Dimensions: | 2.5 x 4 inches |
Photographer's credit on back reads, "J.A. Scholten, photographer, 301 & 303 North 5th Str., Cor. of Olive, Entrance 509 Olive St., St. Louis, Mo." From album of portrait photographs collected by Lapham depicting scientists and artists, ca. 1860-ca. 1875. Images include portraits of geologists, botanists, sculptors, and authors. |
Ephemera |
Indoor photography |
Men |
Portrait photography |
Scientists |
Clothing and dress |
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Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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