Fine Art Print : Cope Whitehouse, US archaeologist
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Cope Whitehouse, US archaeologist
Frederic Cope Whitehouse (1842-1911), US archaeologist, Egyptologist, author, engineer and lawyer. Whitehouse studied at Columbia University, graduating in 1861. His studies included a survey of Lake Moeris in Egypt, site of engineering works during the time of Ancient Egypt, Fingals Cave, and the Caves of Staffa. He gave papers to the United States National Academy of Sciences and wrote articles in Popular Science Monthly. He was also a member of numerous learned societies. This photograph is from the Bain News Service, one of the USAs earliest news picture libraries. The bulk of the Bain images date from the 1890s to the 1930s
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Media ID 9213641
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1900s Archaeological Archaeologist Archaeology Archeologist Archeology Author Bain News Service Egyptology Engineer Engineering Geological Lawyer North American Portrait Writer Egyptologist
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history and intrigue of ancient civilizations with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating image features Frederic Cope Whitehouse (1842-1911), a renowned US archaeologist, Egyptologist, author, engineer, and lawyer. Whitehouse's groundbreaking studies at Columbia University in 1861 marked the beginning of his extraordinary career. Bring the past to life in your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print from the Science Photo Library's collection at Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.7cm (20" x 14.1")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This black and white portrait captures the essence of Cope Whitehouse, a remarkable figure in American archaeology. Frederic Cope Whitehouse (1842-1911) was not only an archaeologist but also an Egyptologist, author, engineer, and lawyer. Educated at Columbia University, he embarked on a journey of exploration that took him to fascinating sites such as Lake Moeris in Egypt, Fingals Cave, and the Caves of Staffa. Whitehouse's contributions extended beyond his fieldwork. He presented papers to the United States National Academy of Sciences and wrote articles for Popular Science Monthly. His expertise earned him membership in numerous learned societies. The photograph itself is a treasure from the Bain News Service collection—a renowned news picture library established during the early years of photography in America. Most images within this collection date back to the late 19th century through the 1930s. In this head-and-shoulders portrait, we see Whitehouse's serious yet thoughtful expression—a testament to his dedication towards unraveling history's mysteries. As a Caucasian man with distinguished features and attire befitting his era, he represents an important chapter in North American intellectual pursuits. Preserved by Library of Congress' Science Photo Library division, this print serves as a visual gateway into Whitehouse's world—an era marked by groundbreaking archaeological discoveries and scientific inquiry that continues to shape our understanding today.
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