Robert Fulton Portrait Print

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Fax: (540) 231-3694
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

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Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], Robert Fulton Portrait Print, c.1765-1815, Art-396, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
1.7 Cubic Feet Paper print
Abstract:
This is a black and white print of a portrait of Robert Fulton, originally based on a photograph taken by Anan & Swan.
Language:
The material in this collection is in English.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], Robert Fulton Portrait Print, c.1765-1815, Art-396, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

This is a black and white print of a portrait of Robert Fulton, originally based on a photograph taken by Anan & Swan. There is text underneath the oval shaped portrait that states Fulton's name and other details such as his profession as an engineer and his birth place. The condition is good.

Acquisition information:
This collection was acquired by the Special Collections and University Archive prior to 2025.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the Robert Fulton Portrait Print was completed in July 2025.

Dimensions:
19x14

Indexed terms

Subjects:
Works of art