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Lactarius, Russula, et al, 1911-1951

 File — Box: 5, Folder: 8

Scope and Contents

From the Series:

There are 16 boxes of photographic material consisting of several hundred black-and-white photos with corresponding negatives. Nine boxes of negatives are glass. Subjects are primarily of mushroom specimens (Russula, Lactarius, Amanita, and Lepiota) as well as scenic views and group photos of the Mycological Society of America 1935 foray taken by Lars Romell. There are a few photos taken by Henry C. Beardslee with his accompanying descriptive notes. Most photography dates from the late 1930s and 1940s. All corresponding photos and negatives have been cross-referenced with a note posted on the envelope.

Dates

  • 1911-1951

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research with permission from Mertz Library staff.

Extent

From the Series: 3.25 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the New York Botanical Garden, Mertz Archives Repository

Contact:
New York Botanical Garden, Mertz Library
2900 Southern Boulevard
Bronx NY 10458 United States