Name/Title
Kellogg: John Woodhull Woolsey, 1900Entry/Object ID
2021.109.033Description
Photograph of John Woodhull Woolsey taken April 27, 1900. Inscription on the verso reads, "John Woodhull Woolsey 8 months, 4 days. Taken April 24, 1900. Died April 28, 1900." Mrs. Kellogg is inscribed in the lower left corner of the photograph.
It was common practice in the late 19th century for people to take photographs of their dead children or to distribute photographs following the death of an individual as a means of commemorating the person and blunting the pain of grief. This photograph was taken a few days before John Woodhull Woolsey died and was sent to family friends following his death.Photograph Details
Type of Photograph
Cabinet CardCollection
Elizabeth (Bessie) Kellogg CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2021.109Source or Donor
Mr & Mrs Frederick OswaldAcquisition Method
Gift
