Portrait of Theodore Parker, 1850-1860
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Artifact Overview
Theodore Parker (1810-1860) was a Unitarian theologian and leader in early 19th-century social reform. The Massachusetts-born Parker opposed the expansion of slavery and aided fugitives fleeing the repressive system. He was also a member of the "Secret Six," an organization that backed abolitionist John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Carte-de-visite (Card photograph)
Date Made
1850-1860
Subject Date
1850-1860
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2019.0.15.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cardboard
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Albumen process
Mounting
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 4.125 in.
Width: 2.5 in.
Inscriptions
at bottom, below image:
Warren
verso:
Warren's / Portraits / 465 Washington St / Boston
red bordered label adhered to back typed:
2644
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