Silhouette album, 1811-1828
Scope and Contents
Silhouettes (1811-1828, undated) of Mary Ann Frost, E. C. Grimke, Mary Smith Grimke (with painted embellishments), Dr. John Grimke, Henry Grimke, Julius Walker, Elisabeth Webb, Dr. Caspar Morris, Hannah Elliott, Isaac W. Morris and Catherine W. Morris, as well as a pencil sketch of an unidentified gentleman. Some silhouettes are mounted on white paper, while other cuts are laid in against black paper. With a loose unidentified photograph of an English mansion and a photograph (circa 1886), showing damage at Archdale Hall.
Dates
- Creation: 1811-1828
Language of Materials
Materials predominantly in English; one letter in French; one letter in German.
Access Restrictions
This collection is open for research but has some access restrictions. Some items are too fragile to handle and copies must be used. Please consult inventory or contact Special Collections at the College of Charleston Libraries for more information.
Extent
From the Collection: 1.6 linear feet (4 document boxes, 3 oversize folders)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
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Charleston South Carolina 29424
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