Black and white vignette studio portrait of John T. Peacock. Printed inscription on recto, 'Elliott & Fry 55, Baker Street Portrman Square W.'. Ink inscription on recto, 'Mr Peacock of Hammersmith'. Printed inscription on verso, 'Elliott & Fry Talbotype Gallery 55, Bake Street Portman Square London.'. John Thomas Peacock (1831-1889) was listed in various censuses as an egg importer; he evidently became wealthy from this enterprise. In the 1870s he lived at Sudbury House, Hammersmith, and had a famous collection of succulent plants.. John Thomas Peacock (1831-1889) was listed in various censuses as an egg importer; he evidently became wealthy from this enterprise. In the 1870s he lived at Sudbury House, Hammersmith, and had a famous collection of succulent plants.
Extent
1 carte de visite
Physical description
10.5 (h) x 6.3 (w) cm. Portrait. Photographic print