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Dr. Davis, who was educated in Aberdeen, Scotland, c1860-c1869. Creator: George Washington Wilson
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Dr. Davis, who was educated in Aberdeen, Scotland, c1860-c1869. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Dr. Davis, who was educated in Aberdeen, Scotland, c1860-c1869
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Barbados Carte De Visite Cartes De Visite Disease Doctor Formal Formal Dress George Washington Wilson Gw Wilson Island New York Public Library Nypl Physician Public Library Schomburg Center For Research Sepia Smallpox
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In this striking 19th century carte de visite photograph, Dr. Christopher James Davis, educated in Aberdeen, Scotland between 1860 and 1869, gazes directly at the camera with a confident and serious expression. Dressed in a formal, dark suit and crisp white shirt, Dr. Davis exudes an air of authority and professionalism. The intricate details of his clothing, from the textured fabric of his jacket to the delicate pleats of his shirt, are beautifully captured by the skilled hand of photographer George Washington Wilson. Born in Barbados, Dr. Davis's education in Scotland likely provided him with a solid foundation in medicine and science, which he would have brought back to his native island and the larger British colonial world. The smallpox scourge was a major health concern during this time, and Dr. Davis's expertise in this area would have been invaluable. The sepia-toned image, with its rich, warm hues, adds to the sense of historical authenticity and nostalgia. The photograph is a testament to the heritage of both Scotland and the Caribbean, and the important role that education and medicine played in the lives of individuals during the 19th century. This photograph is part of the George Washington Wilson collection at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, New York Public Library. Wilson, a prolific Scottish photographer, is known for his portraits of notable figures from the African diaspora, including politicians, intellectuals, and artists. This image of Dr. Davis is a valuable addition to Wilson's oeuvre, offering a glimpse into the life of a remarkable man who made significant contributions to the fields of medicine and education.
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