Medium format photo of US Consul Daniel Turner Only known photo of the diplomat who died young
[Japan] Scarce and quite probably unique photo showing the US Consul to Kobe and Osaka, Daniel Turner (1849-1875) with two unidentified men and Turner's dog named 'Rowdy'. Captioned on rear in pencil, 'U.S. Consul in about 1870. Uncle Dan Turner & his dog 'Rowdy'. Taken in Japan.' Turner was appointed Consul to Kobe and Osaka in 1872 and served until his early death in Yokohama in July, 1875. He is buried at the Yokohama Foreign General Cemetery.
Photographer unknown. 14.4 x 10.6cm.
In good condition. Mount has some wear and marks. An 'X' has been written in pencil above Tuner's head. p35121532
