Dr. George Thompson Elliott (1827-1871) 1858 - 1869

This tintype photograph by Jeremiah Gurney depicts Dr. George Thompson Elliott, a prominent figure in 19th-century American medicine. The image, taken between 1858 and 1869, showcases Elliott in a formal pose, seated and wearing a dark suit with a thick beard and mustache. The photograph, now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, exemplifies the popular portraiture style of the era, capturing the subject's likeness with detail and clarity. The small size and delicate detail of the tintype are characteristic of the photographic medium of the time, reflecting the technological limitations and artistic aesthetics of the era.