Scope and Contents
A collection of loose photographs measuring approximately 240 x 190 mm, with pencilled captions on the reverse. Of excellent technical quality, the photographs show scenes in and around Kingstown on a market day. The front of each print is imprinted 'J.C. Wilson, Photo: St. Vincent'.
Dates
- Creation: 1890 - 1900
Creator
Conditions Governing Access
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Biographical / Historical
J.C. Wilson was a commercial photographer active in the West Indies from circa 1890 to circa 1910. He was based in Kingstown with a studio in James Street in 1909 and in Sharp Street in 1914. No further details are available.
Extent
1 file(s) (5 images in 1 file)
Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Good condition.
Existence and Location of Copies
This collection is available on microfiche: South America/Caribbean, fiche number 27.
General
This collection level description was entered by KS using information from the original typescript catalogue.
Date information
DateText: The date is approximate..
Originator(s)
Wilson, J C, fl 1890-1910, photographer
- Date
- 2003-02-19 10:27:51+00:00
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
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