Lactarius, Russula, et al, 1911-1951
Scope and Contents
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
New York Botanical Garden, Mertz Library
2900 Southern Boulevard
Bronx NY 10458 United States
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