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F. Warner Bishop Biology Drawings

 Collection
Identifier: A2024-09-01

Content Description

This volume is a bound collection of pencil drawings by Dr. F. Warner Bishop. Each page of this book includes a scientific study drawing of some aspect of biology - cross sections, close-up sections, or anatomical studies of non-human biology (plants, microbes, amphibians, fish, and mammals). Subparts of the sketches are labeled, and most drawings also have the Latin name of the subject on the page. Each page is also signed at the top by F. Warner Bishop with a full date. Included in the volume is a note about the volume being a gift from the daughter, Dorothy Bishop, and a letter about her funeral.

Dates

  • 1905 - 1978
  • Majority of material found within 1905 - 1909

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for use. Some of the papers and the binding are fragile and require special care instructions.

Conditions Governing Use

Dated materials are in the public domain, but other materials are still under copyright by other individuals and organizations. The researcher assumes all responsibility for identifying copyright holders and attaining permission for reproduction.

Biographical / Historical

Dr. Frank Warner Bishop (1887-1947) was the president of the Medical Board of St. Luke's Hospital, Manhattan. He served in World War I with the Medical Corps and was a former president of the New York Academy of Medicine; the State Medical and County Medical Societies; and the American Medical Association.

Extent

1 Volumes

0.18 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Latin

Arrangement

Volume kept intact with nothing removed, presumed to be how it was made. Tucked inside front cover is a note about it being a gift with the letter announcing the funeral of the giftee.

Custodial History

Acquired in 1978 by the Museum of Science as a gift from Dorothy Bishop (daughter of the creator).

Accruals

None are expected

Processing Information

Emily Buff (Archives Management Graduate Intern)

Title
F. Warner Bishop Biology Drawings
Status
Completed
Author
Emily Buff (Archives Management Graduate Intern)
Date
November 2024
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Museum of Science, Boston Archives Repository

Contact:
One Science Park
Boston Massachusetts 02114