Wisconsin Art Collection, Permanent Art Collection
Made/Created
Artist
Simon L. Stein
Date made
1888
Notes
Given the "Stein" signature mark, possibly Simon Stein, noted portrait photographer of Milwaukee's leading citizens, 1880-1920; see weblink below. Probably after a painting; there is a similar or nearly identical portrait of Plankinton at the Plankinton Arcade, except it is a painting (and Plankinton is facing the other direction).
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Signature and Date
Transcription
"Stein 1888"
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Framed Size
Height
98 in
Width
58 in
Dimension Description
Image Size
Height
82 in
Width
42 in
Interpretative Labels
Label
John Plankinton (1820-1891) was "the foremost and most beloved citizen of Milwaukee" who made formative contributions in industry, politics, and philanthropy.
Plankinton financed the construction of the first Milwaukee Public Library building, formerly at the corner of Wisconsin Ave. & Fourth Street.
The Milwaukee Public Library has extensive holdings that offer insight into Plankinton's influential role in Milwaukee industry and politics. Susan Frackelton's hand-illuminated "Voices of Friends Concerning John Plankinton" is a treasure of the Rare Books Room (call number 92 P7125V).
