Religious leader (1801-1877) who became leader of the Mormon Church in 1844 after its founder, Joseph Smith, was shot and killed by a mob of angry opponents. Young led the mass migration of Mormons to the Great Salt Lake Valley in Utah, establishing the church's stronghold in that state. By the time of Young's death, the Mormon population in Utah had reached 140,000, and the leader's legacy included 27 wives and 56 children. Incredibly rare 2.5 x 4.25 carte-de-visite photo of the influential religious leader by C. W. Carter of Salt Lake City, boldly signed in on the mount fountain pen, "Brigham Young." In fine condition. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder.
Charles William Carter (1832-1918) was a Mormon photographer who opened a studio in Salt Lake City, Utah, in 1859, and is remembered as one of the earliest photographers in that state. Among his well-known photographs are images of the construction of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Temple and Tabernacle, the Shoshone Indians, mining scenes, the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad, and portraits of the members of the Church—including its important leader, Brigham Young.
