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Fisher Ames

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Engraved lithographic waist-up portrait of Fisher Ames posed sitting in a chair holding a book. He was a Federalist politician. He was a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives in 1788, then a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts, from 1789-1797.

Creator:
Prud'homme, J.F.E.

Publication Information

Creator
Prud'homme, J.F.E.

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
16 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection
Call Number
NF Ames, Fisher
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This image is issued by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Historical Society.

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Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0138FG
Legacy ID
WHi 155018

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