George K. Warren

Warren, George Kendall

American, 1834 - 1884

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The image shows a landscape with a rocky ridge extending horizontally across the scene. The viewpoint is at eye level, capturing the full extent of the ridge. The horizon is visible near the top of the ridge, which sits above a blurry wooded area. The ridge gently slopes down on both sides. The foreground features marshy terrain with water channels and tall grass. Haystacks are scattered throughout, leading the eye towards the ridge. The color palette is monochromatic with sepia tones, creating a vintage look with depth and contrast in the image.
George K. Warren, East Rock, New Haven, 1868, albumen silver print, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2011.28.1

East Rock, New Haven

George K. Warren · 1868 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.28.1

The image shows a stone structure with an arched opening on a rocky hillside. Trees surround the scene, with tall evergreens on both sides. A figure stands on top of the structure. The horizon is not clearly visible due to the surrounding trees and stonework. The photo has a vintage look with a sepia tone, creating a warm, aged atmosphere. The color palette consists of browns and greys. The textures of the stone and foliage are visible, adding depth to the composition.
George K. Warren, West Point Album Class of 1868, 1868, bound volume of 154 albumen silver prints, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund and Clinton and Jean Wright Fund, 2014.68.1

West Point Album Class of 1868

George K. Warren · 1868 · bound volume of 154 albumen silver prints ·  Accession ID  2014.68.1

The image depicts a man standing. He has a beard, mustache, and dark hair under a flat cap. He wears a dark coat, matching waistcoat, white shirt, dark necktie, light-colored trousers, and dark shoes. He carries a bag with "YALE CONFECTIONERY" on it and holds a woven basket. The background is a simple studio setting with a plain wall, faint plant-like decorations, and a wooden panel at the bottom.
George K. Warren, Theodore Ferris, Yale University, c. 1869, albumen silver print, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2012.83.2.a

Theodore Ferris, Yale University

George K. Warren · c. 1869 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2012.83.2.a

The image shows a man standing indoors. He is facing slightly to the right but looking forward with a direct gaze. The man has a short beard and mustache, and a contemplative expression. He is dressed in a buttoned jacket, trousers, boots, and a cap. He is holding a large, box-shaped object by a handle resting against his shoulder. In the background, there is a wooden chair with ornate carvings and upholstery, and a draped curtain with a patterned edge. The wall has a painted floral design above a wainscoting.
George K. Warren, Portrait of a Man, Yale University, c. 1869, albumen silver print, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2012.83.2.b

Portrait of a Man, Yale University

George K. Warren · c. 1869 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2012.83.2.b

This image shows a waterway with sailboats, trees, and mountains in the distance. The scene has a muted color palette with sepia tones. The water reflects the sailboats.
George K. Warren, From Trophy Point, West Point, Hudson River, c. 1867-1868, albumen silver print, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2011.28.2

From Trophy Point, West Point, Hudson River

George K. Warren · c. 1867-1868 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.28.2

The image shows a landscape from a slightly elevated viewpoint. On the left, a rocky slope with sparse vegetation runs diagonally upwards. A dirt path meanders along this slope, leading towards trees on the right with branches hanging over it. Beyond the trees is a calm body of water, followed by a forested area. In the distance, rolling hills rise against the horizon, placed high in the frame. The scene has a monochromatic color scheme with sepia tones enhancing natural details and contours of the landscape.
George K. Warren, F.W. 4 (Old Chain Battery Walk), West Point, New York, c.1867-1868, albumen silver print, Robert B. Menschel Fund, 2011.24.1

F.W. 4 (Old Chain Battery Walk), West Point, New York

George K. Warren · c.1867-1868 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.24.1

The image shows an oval-framed photograph of a man captured from the waist up. He is seated and facing the camera with a slight tilt to his left. The man has short, slightly curly hair and a neatly groomed beard. His facial features are defined, with a focused expression. He is wearing a textured dark suit with a waistcoat, white shirt, and a bow tie. He holds a hat in his left hand, which rests on his lap. The background is simple and undistracting, consisting of a plain light-colored surface.
George K. Warren, Portrait of Man, Harvard University, 1861, salted paper print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Julia J. Norrell, 2007), 2015.19.5121

Portrait of Man, Harvard University

George K. Warren · 1861 · salted paper print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.5121

The image shows a man seated from the chest up with a serious expression. He has short, neatly groomed hair and is wearing a formal suit with a vest, inner shirt, and bow tie. There are no visible pieces of jewelry or objects in his hands. The background is plain, and the photograph is framed with an oval matte. Below the image is a handwritten signature, "James C. Johnson."
George K. Warren, James Collins Johnson, Princeton University, 1860, salted paper print, Ross J. Kelbaugh Collection, Purchased with support from the Ford Foundation, 2023.39.39

James Collins Johnson, Princeton University

George K. Warren · 1860 · salted paper print ·  Accession ID  2023.39.39

The image shows a man seated, holding a broom with one hand and a wicker basket with the other. He is wearing a textured hat, a ribbed sweater over a collared shirt, trousers, and worn shoes. There is a chair with ornate detailing and a curtain with large tassels in the background.
George K. Warren, Portrait of a Man, Yale University, c. 1862-1864, albumen silver print, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2012.83.3.a

Portrait of a Man, Yale University

George K. Warren · c. 1862-1864 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2012.83.3.a

The image depicts six individuals standing outdoors in a grassy area. There are four men and a child to the right of a tree, with one man and the child on the left. The child is in the center, wearing a hat and a dark jacket. The men are dressed in suits, waistcoats, bowler hats, and some wear bow ties. The individuals' facial features and hair are partially obscured. In the background, there are two buildings, one resembling a house with visible windows and shutters, and the other a larger structure, possibly an institutional building. There is a fence and trees in the area.
George K. Warren, Portrait of a Group, Yale University, c. 1862-1864, albumen silver print, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2012.83.3.b

Portrait of a Group, Yale University

George K. Warren · c. 1862-1864 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2012.83.3.b