2 OF 3

The Adamson Family

2 of 3 portraits of Robert Adamson

The Adamson Family

by David Octavius Hill, and Robert Adamson
calotype, circa 1844-1845
7 1/8 in. x 5 5/8 in. (181 mm x 143 mm)
Given by an anonymous donor, 1973
Primary Collection
NPG P6(153)

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Artistsback to top

Robert Adamson (1821-1848), Pioneer photographer. Artist associated with 382 portraits, Sitter in 3 portraits.
David Octavius Hill (1802-1870), Landscape and portrait painter; pioneer photographer. Artist associated with 382 portraits, Sitter associated with 22 portraits.

Sittersback to top

Alexander Adamson (died 1888), Brother of Robert Adamson. Sitter in 1 portrait.
Mrs Alexander Adamson. Sitter associated with 1 portrait.
John Adamson (1810-1870), Chemist; brother of Robert Adamson. Sitter in 1 portrait.
Melville Adamson, Sister of Robert Adamson. Sitter in 1 portrait.
Robert Adamson (1821-1848), Pioneer photographer. Sitter in 3 portraits, Artist associated with 382 portraits.
Isabella Morrison Bell, Sister of Robert Adamson. Sitter in 3 portraits.