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Installation View of Smithsonian Photography Exhibition Art Section

Catalog Data

Creator:
Smillie, T. W (Thomas William) 1843-1917  Search this
Physical description:
Cyanotypes (photographic prints); 8.5h x 10w
Type:
Photographs
Date:
1913
C. 1913
Notes:
Also known as RU95_Box78_18669 [SPI_294]
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Summary:
Thomas Smillie was the Smithsonian's first photographer and curator of photography, beginning his career at the institution in the 1870s. In 1913 he mounted an exhibition on the history of photography in the Smithsonian's Arts and Industries Building, showcasing many of the remarkable advancements made in the field that he feared had already been forgotten or disregarded. Photograph possibly taken by Thomas W. Smillie.
Cite as:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Record Unit 95, Box 79, Image No. 18669
Repository Loc.:
Smithsonian Institution Archives Capital Gallery, Suite 3000, MRC 507; 600 Maryland Avenue, SW; Washington, DC 20024-2520
Topic:
Photography  Search this
Museum exhibits  Search this
Local number:
SIA RU000095 [18669]
Restrictions & Rights:
No access restrictions Many of SIA's holdings are located off-site, and advance notice is recommended to consult a collection. Please email the SIA Reference Team at osiaref@si.edu
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Data Source:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:siris_arc_308080