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Lot #188
Rudolf Virchow

Rare 1870s carte-de-visite of the visionary doctor

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Rare 1870s carte-de-visite of the visionary doctor

German doctor and politician (1821–1902), dubbed the ‘Father of Pathology,’ who founded the field of social medicine. Rare 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Virchow in a noble head-and-shoulders pose, signed in black ink, “Rud. Virchow.” Published by Loescher & Petsch of Berlin. In fine condition. The first signed photo of Virchow we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs And Artifacts
  • Dates: #491 - Ended January 11, 2017





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