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Charles W. Short, Botanist
| Engraved portrait of Charles W. Short (1794-1863), Kentucky botanist. Worked at Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky, 1825-38. The plant genus "Shortia" was named in his honor by Asa Gray. Amassed large herbarium (15,000+ specimens), given to the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia upon his death. Shown here in an oval frame, holding an unrecognizeable book. Reproduction of his signature appears under the image. |
| Image ID: | 46202 |
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| Creation Date: | date unknown |
| Creator Name: | Sartain, J. |
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| Collection Name: | Increase A. Lapham papers, 1825-1930 |
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| Original Format Type: | prints, fine-art |
| Original Format Number: | PH 24 |
| Original Dimensions: | 6 x 8.5 inches |
| Engraving. One of only two non-photographs within Lapham's album. 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. |
| Engraving |
| Suits (Clothing) |
| Ephemera |
| Indoor photography |
| Men |
| Portrait photography |
| Research |
| Scientists |
| Portraits |
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| Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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