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Otto and Emma Schmidt

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Dr. Otto L. and Emma Sibylla Seipp Schmidt pose for a vignetted head and shoulders portrait around the time of their marriage. Otto wears a suit and tie. Emma's dress has large polka dots. Emma was a daughter of Chicago brewer Conrad Seipp, and an owner of Black Point Estate.

Date Created:
1891

Publication Information

Date Created
1891

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
11 x 16 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
Black Point Estate.21.41

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Conditions For Use
This image is issued by the Wisconsin Department of Administration. 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.
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Department of Administration
Unique ID
W01463G
Legacy ID
WHi 113638

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