Name/Title
Latimer Family Group PortraitDescription
This is a replica of an original family photo depicting Lewis H. Latimer, his daughter Winifred, and several other family members. The photograph captures the family in an outdoor setting, surrounded by foliage, with each individual dressed in formal attire. This image provides a rare glimpse into the family dynamics of one of America’s pioneering African American inventors.
Keywords: Lewis Latimer, Winifred Latimer, Latimer family, African American history, family portrait, historical photograph, inventor family, Kodak printPhotograph Details
Type of Photograph
Black and White PrintAspect Ratio
4:3Subject
Winifred and Lewis Latimer with Family MembersSubject Person or Organization
Lewis H. Latimer, Winifred LatimerSubject Place
* Untyped Subject Place
Unknown, likely an outdoor location near the Latimer residenceContext
Lewis H. Latimer was an influential African American inventor and engineer. This family portrait shows him alongside his daughter and other family members, capturing a personal side of the renowned inventor’s life.Collection
Latimer Family Collection : Latimer HouseInscription/Signature/Marks
Transcription
Printed by Kodak on reverse sideDimensions
Dimension Description
5"x7"Location
Box
00Shelf
LLH AtticArchival Collection
Latimer Family CollectionMuseum
Lewis Latimer HouseCity
Flushing, QueensState
New York, USAContinent
North AmericaCountry
United States