Robert Adamson

Robert Adamson (1821–1848) was a British photographer and chemist.

Robert Adamson in brief

Born
1821
Died
1848
Known for
photographer and chemist
Place of birth
St Andrews
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Overview

Born at St Andrews in 1821, died at St Andrews in 1848.

In detail

Robert Adamson studied at University of Aberdeen. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is photography and chemistry.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Scotland. Membership is recorded of David Octavius Hill and Robert Adamson.

Work by Robert Adamson is recorded in the collections of Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Minneapolis Institute of Art, National Gallery of Victoria, Metropolitan Museum of Art and National Galleries Scotland.

Sources

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q509636: Robert Adamson

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