Black and white vignette portrait of Henri Vilmorin. Printed inscription on recto, 'Le Jeune 350, Rue St. Honore'. Ink inscription on verso, 'to Mr Richard Dean. Hy. Vilmoring 23 Fevrier 1874.'. Printed inscription on verso, 'Le Jeune, de S.A. le Prince Imperial 350, Rue St. Honore Ancien Hotel de Pontalba pres la Place Vendome. Ancienne Mon Levitsky'. Pencil inscription on verso, 'II 32c'The signature of Henri Vilmorin appears on the verso of the photograph.. Charles Henry Philippe Leveque de Vilmorin, known as Henri Vilmorin (1843-1899) was a French botanist. He was head of the family firm of seed producers from 1873, and the first to hybridise wheat.. Charles Henry Philippe Leveque de Vilmorin, known as Henri Vilmorin (1843-1899) was a French botanist. He was head of the family firm of seed producers from 1873, and the first to hybridise wheat.
Extent
1 carte de visite
Physical description
10.5 (h) x 6.3 (w) cm. Portrait. Photographic print