Clara Steinmetz Photograph Album, 1880-1920

Summary

German-born Charles Steinmetz moved to the United States in 1889 to work as an electrical engineer. His sister Clara, a poet and painter, followed sometime around 1897. The siblings remained close, visiting one another and corresponding regularly until Charles' death in 1923. This album, likely assembled by Clara, documents important aspects of Charles' life during his rise to influence in the American electrical industry.

German-born Charles Steinmetz moved to the United States in 1889 to work as an electrical engineer. His sister Clara, a poet and painter, followed sometime around 1897. The siblings remained close, visiting one another and corresponding regularly until Charles' death in 1923. This album, likely assembled by Clara, documents important aspects of Charles' life during his rise to influence in the American electrical industry.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Gelatin silver process

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 7.5 in

Width: 11.75 in

Length: 2 in

Charles Steinmetz Cabin

Details

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