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Joseph Black, M.D.

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A framed portrait of Joseph Black (1728–1799), professor of chemistry at University of Glasgow, seated and holding a document.

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  • 5.25 in. H x 4.25 in. W
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  • (Below portrait right) "J. Rogers."
  • (Below portrait left) "Sir Henry Raeburn."
  • (Bottom center) "JOSEPH BLACK, M.D. Professor of Chemistry, University of Glasgow. Blackie & Son, Glasgow, Edinburgh & London."
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Rogers, J. “Joseph Black, M.D.” Wove paper. Blackie & Son, n.d. Science History Institute. Philadelphia. https://digital.sciencehistory.org/works/9p2909353.

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