Black and white oval portrait of John Dominy. Printed inscription on recto, 'Copyright H. Barrett. Southampton'. Ink inscription on verso, 'Dominy Chelsea'. Printed inscription on verso, 'Portraits may be obtained by giving this No. H. Barrett 11, Upper Prospect Place Southampton. Cartes Enlarged to Life Size & Finished in Oil or Water Color'. John Dominy (1816-1891) was a hybridist at Veitch's. In 1856 he produced the first hybrid orchid and was awarded a Gold Floral Medal by the RHS
Extent
1 carte de visite
Physical description
10.4 (h) x 6.4 (w) cm. Portrait. Photographic print