Description

Description: This 3/4 length photographic portrait of a dapper William Osler is signed and dated at the lower margin: “Ever Yours Wm. Osler 10-20-99”.

Photographer’s imprint on recto and verso: “Elliot and Fry 55 Baker Street London W.” 6 1/2″ x 4 1/4″. Item #P00271

William Osler (1849-1919), Canadian-born physician, is often referred to as the “father of modern medicine”. He was one of the founders of Johns Hopkins Hospital and was a staunch proponent of medical residency for the training of new doctors.

Condition: Professionally restored horizontal crack across Osler’s midriff. Ink stain lower edge, bumped corners. Even with above faults, a scarce bold autograph on an equally uncommon cabinet photograph.