Black and white vignette studio portrait of Ferdinand von Mueller. Printed inscription on recto, 'Johnstone O'Shannessy & Co. Next Post Office Melbourne'. Ink inscription on verso, 'Prof. von Mueller, Ph,D, M.D., F.R.S, C.M.G. 1865'. Printed inscription on verso, 'Bt Appointment to H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh, K.G. and to His Excellency The Govenor. Johnstone O'Shannessy & Co. Artist Photographers, 3, Bourke St. East, Next the Post Office. Melbourne.'. Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896) was a German-Australian botanist. He was Director of the Melbourne Botanic Garden between 1857-1873. He also founded the National Herbarium of Victoria
Extent
1 carte de visite
Physical description
10.2 (h) x 6.3 (w) cm. Portrait. Photographic print