Rufus Porter writings, 1825-1846
Porter, Rufus,
b. 1792
d. 1884
Scientist
New York, N.Y.
Collection size: 2 items (on partial microfilm reel)
Collection Summary: Two essays by Porter, "A Select Collection of Valuable and Curious Arts and Interesting Experiments" and "Essays on Various Kinds of Painting by Rufus Porter, September 11, 1845-April 9, 1846," a compilation of articles for the magazine, SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN.
Biographical/Historical Note: Scientist; New York, N.Y. Founded the SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN in 1845.
Jean Lipman, the donor, is an art historian and is a frequent donor to AAA.
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