Black and white oval studio portrait of Sir Joseph Paxton. Ink inscription on recto, 'Sir Joseph Paxton Kt. M.P. Photographed. 1853-54 by W.P.'. Ink inscription on verso, 'VI 5 b'. Pencil inscription on verso, 'Sir Joseph Paxton'. Printed inscription on verso, 'Maull & Polyblank Photographers 55, Gracechurch Street, 187a, Piccadilly, and Tavistock House Fulham Road London'.. Sir Joseph Paxton (1803-1865) was a gardener, designer, and creator of the Crystal Palace. Paxton started his gardening career at the Horticultural Society of London's (now the RHS) Chiswick gardens. He went on to become the head gardener for the Duke of Devonshire, at Chatsworth, although he pursued a variety of outside interests throughout his career.
Extent
1 cabinet card
Physical description
16.1 (h) x 10.9 (w) cm. Portrait. Photographic print