Black and white vignette portrait of John Read. Printed inscription on recto, 'E. Hopgood Ealing W.'. Ink inscription on verso, 'John Read Market Raisen Aug 24th 1867'. Printed inscription on recto, 'E. Hopgood Sandringham Studio High St. Ealing W.'. John Read (1809-1880) was a florist in Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, specialising in auriculas and tulips. He was a contributor to 'Gossip from the Garden' under the name 'Dera'.. John Read (1809-1880) was a florist in Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, specialising in auriculas and tulips. He was a contributor to 'Gossip from the Garden' under the name 'Dera'.
Extent
1 carte de visite
Physical description
10.4 (h) x 6.4 (w) cm. Portrait. Photographic print