[Academy of Music, 14th Street, New York City]

Peter F. Weil was born in Germany in 1833 and immigrated to the United States in the early 1850s. He began his career as a photographer in New York City in the 1860s, where he set up a studio on Broadway. He quickly gained a reputation for his portraits, known for their sharp detail and naturalistic poses. In addition to his portrait work, Weil also photographed landscapes and cityscapes. He travelled extensively throughout the United States, capturing images of the country's natural beauty and urban development. In particular, his photographs of New York City are considered some of his most iconic work. Weil's photographs were shown in numerous galleries and exhibitions throughout his career. In 1865 he participated in the annual exhibition of the American Institute in New York City, where he won a medal for his work. He also exhibited at the National Academy of Design in New York and at the Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition in 1876. Today, Weil's photographs are held in several collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the New-York Historical Society. Celebrated for his technical skill and artistic vision, his work remains an important part of the history of American