Collection of images of 17th and 18th century botanists by various engravers. The set comprises 28 stipple engraved portraits and were published by Dr Thornton between 1799 and 1810. The engravings form a collection titled 'Portraits of Botanists'.
Portraits of Botanists: engravings
This material is held atUniversity of Birmingham, Cadbury Research Library, Special Collections
- Reference
- GB 150 MS1009
- Dates of Creation
- 1799 - 1810
- Language of Material
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 file
Scope and Content
Access Information
Open, access to all registered researchers.
Acquisition Information
Purchased from Forum Auctioneers, pre-2021, but retrospectively accessioned in 2021.
Other Finding Aids
Please see full catalogue for more information.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
Stored in planchest A20
Conditions Governing Use
Permission to make any published use of any material from the collection must be sought in advance in writing from the Director of Special Collections. Identification of copyright holders of unpublished material is often difficult. Special Collections will assist where possible with identifying copyright owners, but responsibility for ensuring copyright clearance rests with the user of the material.