Charles Pettit McIlvaine 1862

This daguerreotype portrait of Charles Pettit McIlvaine, Bishop of Ohio, was created in 1862 by Jeremiah Gurney. The image shows McIlvaine in a formal pose, dressed in clerical garb, highlighting his distinguished presence. The daguerreotype, a popular photographic process in the 19th century, provides a detailed and intimate glimpse into the life of this prominent religious figure. The image is housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. McIlvaine's career spanned various roles, including chaplain and professor at West Point, and ultimately bishop, reflecting his influential stature within the Episcopal Church.