Claire Larsen and Friends

File — Box: 1, Folder: 6

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The Niels S. and Ellen Gibson Smith Larsen Family photograph collection consists of 1 box containing 314 tintypes, cartes-de-visite, and black-and-white photographs of Niels and Ellen Gibson Larsen and their children. The collection primarily focuses on two of Niels and Ellen's children: Clarissa "Claire" Larsen Jackson and Wilford S. Larsen. Claire Larsen was the collector and photographer of much of the collection, particularly the two photograph albums contained within it. Primarily made up of family portraits and candid photographs, the collection also contains images of the Larsen family engaging in outdoor pursuits such as hiking and swimming at Saltair. The collection spans 1876 until approximately 1980.

Dates

1876-1980

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.