Rev. Dr. Thomas Chalmers and Thomas Chalmers Hanna 1843 - 1847

"Rev. Dr. Thomas Chalmers and Thomas Chalmers Hanna" (1843-1847) is a calotype photograph taken by the Scottish partnership of Hill and Adamson. The photograph depicts Reverend Dr. Thomas Chalmers, a prominent Scottish theologian, sitting in a chair while holding his young grandson Thomas Chalmers Hanna. The image is considered a significant early example of photographic portraiture, showcasing the artists' skill in capturing the nuances of their subjects' expressions and postures. This photograph is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York.