Henry Lyman Sayen

1875–1918

Introduction

H. Lyman Saÿen (sometimes also spelled Sayen) was an American pioneer in the design of x-ray tubes who also distinguished himself as an abstract artist.

Wikidata identifier

Q20155895

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Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, painter

ULAN identifier

500030607

Names

Henry Lyman Sayen

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First acquired
1971

Date of birth
April 25, 1875

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