Emma Schenson facts for kids
Emma Sofia Perpetua Schenson (born September 21, 1827 – died March 17, 1913) was a talented Swedish photographer and painter. She was one of the very first women in Sweden to become a professional photographer. This means she made a living by taking pictures!
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A Pioneer Photographer
Emma Schenson was born in Uppsala, Sweden, on September 21, 1827. Her father, John Schenson, worked for the university. Her mother, Maria Magdalena Hahr, was a school administrator. We don't know much about how Emma learned photography. There are no records of her schooling in this area.
By the 1860s, Emma had opened her own photography studio in Uppsala. This made her one of Sweden's earliest female professional photographers. She was also the first woman to start such a business in Uppsala.
Capturing Uppsala Cathedral
Emma Schenson became famous for her pictures of Uppsala Cathedral. She took many photos of this important building. In the 1880s and 1890s, she created a special series of photos. These pictures showed how the cathedral was being repaired and restored.
Her photos were very detailed and technically perfect. They showed her great skill with the camera. She also knew how to place her camera to get the best architectural shots. These images are still important today. They help us see how the cathedral changed over time.
Other Important Works
Besides the cathedral, Emma also created a series of about 20 photos. These pictures were a tribute to Carl Linnaeus (1707–1778). He was a famous Swedish botanist, known for classifying plants and animals.
Even though Emma Schenson's original camera negatives are gone, her photos still exist. You can see her pictures of the cathedral in an album. This album is kept at the university library in Uppsala.
Her Legacy
Emma Schenson passed away in Uppsala on March 17, 1913. She is remembered as one of Sweden's first professional female photographers. Other pioneering women photographers include Rosalie Sjöman, Hilda Sjölin, and Wilhelmina Lagerholm. They all helped pave the way for women in photography.
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Images for kids
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Uppsala Cathedral, 1860
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Linnaeus bedroom, 1864
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Uppsala Mounds, 1895
