Carlton Chase 1862

This albumen print portrait by Jeremiah Gurney, titled "Carlton Chase, Bishop of New Hampshire", is a small but significant work documenting a prominent figure in 19th-century American religious life. The photograph, taken in 1862, presents Bishop Carlton Chase in a formal pose, his attire and demeanor reflecting his position of authority. Chase, born in 1794 and ordained in 1819, served as Rector of Immanuel Church in Bellows Falls, Vermont, before becoming the Bishop of New Hampshire in 1844. The portrait captures Chase's stern yet dignified expression, conveying the respect he commanded within his community. The image, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Bishop Chase and the importance of photography in preserving historical figures.