Ulke Henry Collection

Portrait of Henry Ulke (1821-1910), Circa 1860s / 1870s. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Henry Ulke (1821-1910), Circa 1860s/1870s

Group Portrait of Megatherium Club, Circa 1862-1863. Creator: Unknown
Group Portrait of Megatherium Club, Circa 1862-1863. These four young naturalists lived in the Smithsonian Institution Building, or Castle

Portrait of John Maclean (1800-1886), Circa 1882. Creator: Henry Ulke
Portrait of John Maclean (1800-1886), Circa 1882. Photograph of crayon portrait by Henry Ulke after a photograph by Trenton Photograph & Art Gallery

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1879. Creator: Henry Ulke
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1879. Photograph of crayon portrait by by Henry Ulke

Portrait of Herman Henry Diebitsch (1818-1883), 1871. Creator: Henry Ulke
Portrait of Herman Henry Diebitsch (1818-1883), 1871

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1868. Creator: Henry Ulke
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1868

Portrait of Jose Castulo Zeledon (1846-1923), 1868. Creator: Henry Ulke
Portrait of Jose Castulo Zeledon (1846-1923), 1868

Portrait of Henry Wood Elliott (1846-1930), 1865. Creator: Henry Ulke
Portrait of Henry Wood Elliott (1846-1930), 1865

Carte-de-visite portrait of Walter W. Johnson, 1868. Creator: Henry Ulke
Carte-de-visite of Walter W. Johnson shown in half portrait. Johnson was and American civil engineer, explorer, surveyor, and teacher of freedmen

Carte-de-visite portrait of Carrie N. Lacy, 1865. Creator: Henry Ulke
Carte-de-visite of Caroline " Carrie" N. Lacy shown in full portrait. Lacy stands with her body facing one quarter to her right but her face is turned straight to the camera

Edwin McMasters Stanton, 1872. Creator: Henry Ulke
Edwin McMasters Stanton, 1872

Spotted Tail, 1877. Creator: Henry Ulke
Spotted Tail, 1877

Joseph Henry, 1885. Creator: Henry Ulke
Joseph Henry, 1885

Major John Wesley Powell, 1885. Creator: Henry Ulke
Major John Wesley Powell, 1885

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"Ulke Henry: Capturing the Essence of Prominent Figures Through Time" Step into the world of Ulke Henry, a talented and enigmatic portrait artist whose work spans several decades. With an unknown creator for some pieces, his artistry shines through in each captivating image. In the 1860s and 1870s, Ulke Henry's brush strokes immortalized individuals like himself. A striking self-portrait showcases his introspective gaze and artistic prowess. Meanwhile, a group portrait titled "Megatherium Club" transports us to a gathering of minds lost to history but forever preserved by Ulke's skilled hand. Collaborating with other artists was not uncommon for Ulke Henry. In collaboration with John Maclean, he captured the essence of this influential figure in an exquisite 1882 portrait. Similarly, Joseph Henry found himself immortalized twice by Ulke - once in 1879 and again in 1868 - showcasing both their enduring friendship and mutual respect. Henry Diebitsch became another subject fortunate enough to be graced by Ulke's talent. The year was 1871 when Diebitsch sat for his portrait; every stroke reveals a man full of character and wisdom. Not limited to American figures alone, Jose Castulo Zeledon also had the privilege of being captured on canvas by Ulke in 1868. This international touch demonstrates how far-reaching his reputation as an artist truly was. The realm of portraiture extended beyond oil paintings for Ulke Henry; he expertly delved into carte-de-visite photography as well. Walter W. Johnson's dignified pose from 1868 is just one example among many that showcase how skillfully he transitioned between mediums. Women were not forgotten either within Ulke's portfolio; Carrie N Lacy radiates elegance in her carte-de-visite from 1865 while Mrs Bowen exudes gracefulness through her own portrait dating back to 1866.