Frear Purdy Collection

Portrait of Charles Ashmead Schaeffer (1843-1898), 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Charles Ashmead Schaeffer (1843-1898), 1870s

Portrait of Burt Green Wilder (1841-1925), Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Burt Green Wilder (1841-1925), Circa 1870s

Portrait of Lucien Augustus Wait (1846-1913), 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Lucien Augustus Wait (1846-1913), 1870s

Portrait of Bayard Taylor (1825-1878), Before 1878. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Bayard Taylor (1825-1878), Before 1878

Portrait of F. H. Potter, Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of F. H. Potter, Circa 1870s

Portrait of Frederic Louis Otto Roehrig (1819-1908), March 6, 1873

Portrait of James Russell Lowell (1819-1891), Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of James Russell Lowell (1819-1891), Circa 1870s

Portrait of James Law (1838-1921), Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of James Law (1838-1921), Circa 1870s

Portrait of John Stanton Gould (1810-1874), Before 1874. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of John Stanton Gould (1810-1874), Before 1874

Portrait of James A. Hart, Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of James A. Hart, Circa 1870s

Portrait of Evan W. Evans (1827-1874), Before 1874. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Evan W. Evans (1827-1874), Before 1874

Portrait of George William Curtis (1824-1892), Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of George William Curtis (1824-1892), Circa 1870s

Portrait of Thomas Frederick Crane (1844-1927), Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Thomas Frederick Crane (1844-1927), Circa 1870s

Portrait of George Chapman Caldwell (1834-1907), Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of George Chapman Caldwell (1834-1907), Circa 1870s

Portrait of Hiram Corson (1828-1911), Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Hiram Corson (1828-1911), Circa 1870s

Portrait of Goldwin Smith (1823-1910), Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Goldwin Smith (1823-1910), Circa 1870s

Portrait of John S. Morris, Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of John S. Morris, Circa 1870s

Portrait of Willard Fiske (1831-1904), Circa 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Willard Fiske (1831-1904), Circa 1870s

Portrait of Henry Turner Eddy (1844-1921), 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Henry Turner Eddy (1844-1921), 1870s

Portrait of Theodore William Dwight (1822-1892), Before 1892. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Theodore William Dwight (1822-1892), Before 1892

Portrait of William Charles Cleveland, Before 1873. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of William Charles Cleveland, Before 1873

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"Capturing the Essence: The Timeless Portraits of Purdy & Frear" Step into a world frozen in time, where the artistry of Purdy & Frear brings historical figures to life. With their skilled hands and keen eye for detail, they have immortalized some of the most influential personalities of the 19th century through their captivating portraits. In the 1870s, Charles Ashmead Schaeffer's enigmatic gaze speaks volumes about his intellect and depth. Burt Green Wilder's portrait exudes wisdom and curiosity, capturing his thirst for knowledge. Lucien Augustus Wait's image reveals a man with ambition and determination etched on his face. Bayard Taylor's portrait showcases an individual whose passion for literature shines through every line on his countenance. F. H. Potter's likeness captures a moment frozen in time – an enigmatic figure with stories untold. Frederic Louis Otto Roehrig stands tall in his portrait, radiating confidence as he leaves behind a legacy in architecture. James Russell Lowell’s piercing eyes reflect both intelligence and compassion, while James Law’s dignified presence commands respect. John Stanton Gould’s portrait evokes strength and resilience that comes from years spent fighting for justice. James A. Hart’s image portrays an artist lost in thought, contemplating new masterpieces waiting to be created. Evan W. Evans' solemn expression hints at a life filled with challenges overcome by sheer determination before leaving this world too soon. George William Curtis' charismatic smile captures the essence of a renowned writer who inspired many through his words. Purdy & Frear have skillfully preserved these moments in history - each brushstroke revealing layers of personality that transcend time itself. These portraits serve as windows into lives lived long ago but still resonate today - testaments to human spirit immortalized by artistic mastery.