Black and white full-length seated portrait of Robert Fitzroy. Printed inscription on recto, 'Maull & Co. London'. Ink inscription on verso, 'Admiral Fitzroy (Late)'. Printed inscription on verso, 'Maull & Co. Photographers, 55, Gracechurch Street, 187a, Piccadilly and Tavistock House, Fulham Road, London.'. Printed inscription on recto, 'Maull & Co. London'. Ink inscription on verso, 'Admiral Fitzroy (Late)'. Printed inscription on verso, 'Maull & Co. Photographers, 55, Gracechurch Street, 187a, Piccadilly and Tavistock House, Fulham Road, London.'. Robert Fitzroy (1805-1865) was a meteorologist and hydrographer. He was a Vice-Admiral in the Navy and was the Captain of the 'Beagle' during Charles Darwin's voyage to South America from 1831-1836. Robert Fitzroy (1805-1865) was a meteorologist and hydrographer. He was a Vice-Admiral in the Navy and was the Captain of the 'Beagle' during Charles Darwin's voyage to South America from 1831-1836
Extent
1 carte de visite
Physical description
10.3 (h) x 6.5 (w) cm. Portrait. Photographic print