F. Warner Bishop Biology Drawings
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