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Portrait of Nelson Dewey

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Quarter-length oval-framed portrait of Governor Nelson Dewey in a suit and tie looking slightly to the left.

Date Created:
circa 1850-1859

Publication Information

Date Created circa 1850-1859

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 18 cm

Collection Information

Call Number NF Dewey, Nelson

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W014BYM
Legacy ID
WHi 117518

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