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F. Benedict Herzog

1859-12-27 – 1912-04-21

Portrait of F. Benedict Herzog
Felix Benedict HerzogCredit: Unknown photographer

Life & Legacy

Felix Benedict Herzog (December 27, 1859 - April 21, 1912) was an American electrical engineer, patent attorney, artist and photographer who discovered "America's First Supermodel" Audrey Munson. His Tale of Isolde established precedent in the US as the first pictorial photograph admitted by an art society on full equality with paintings.

Occupation & Career

photographer, inventor

Education

Columbia Law School

Legacy Highlights

Education & Institutions

Columbia Law School

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q1403336 — wikidata View source

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