Josha A Beal American photographer, born 1831. A rare large format photograph of a wealthy family outside at their home in NYC c1870. The original American black walnut frame with gold insert measures 23 x 28 x 3 inches. The viewing area of the photograph is 12 x 19 inches. The insert (which is original) states J A Beal Photographer 587 and 603 Broadway and 16 Beekman ST N.Y. Good condition with slight fading under original glass...
Badly underexposed photo of Great Baltimore Fire of 1904, showing the remains of the Anderson and Ireland Hardware store at the corner of Pratt and Light streets with water frozen on downed lines to right and active hose on left. Photo number 2 shows the photo after being enhanced on "Photoshop" a computer program. (a copy of which will be sent to the buyer with the original, but the original will be unaltered)...
Photograph of Great Baltimore Fire of February, 1904 in which 1500 blocks were destroyed. A "Lunch Room" sign remains on the shell of this burned out building. On the back is stamped, "Sidney E. Walzl, 20 W. Lexington, Baltimore". Photo is 4 1/2 by 6 5/16 inches and is glued to a mat.
Photo of the aftermath of the Great Baltimore Fire of Feb. 1904 showing the remains of the United Electric Co. powerhouse. Engines from Philadelphia, Virginia, Delaware and New Jersey were sent to help quell the blaze. The dynamos can be seen in this picture. 4 10/16 inches by 6 15/16 inches glued to mat. Mat being 7 14/16 9 14/16 inches
Photo of scene of devastation of the Great Baltimore Fire of February 1904. Showing wreckage of the British Consulate in Baltimore(left) and S.E. Williams soda fountain and confectionery on right. 4 1/2 inches by 5 3/4 inches.
Photo of great Baltimore fire scene of 1904. Photo shows soldiers of the 4th regiment, National Guard called up to prevent looting. See men with rifles in wagon and police to the side. Downed wires and hoses on ground. Fire was controlled after 30 hours and 150 million dollars in damages. 4 1/2 inches by 6 1/2 inches unmounted.
Measurements: 7" x 3.5"
This listing is for a group of 3 theatrical, magic related stereo cards dated 1909.
Good, unfaded color and strong detail **note the fabrics and props - all very Victorian Edwardian in style.
And, while I know it was very difficult to photograph live performers in 1909, these are still some of the weirdest stereopticon cards I have seen - almost erotic.
Vaudville? Music Hall?
Fine original photo of the Dermont's Indian collection of art & taxidermy coyote or wolf. Nellie & her husband were early settlers in Arizona. The photo is dated on the back 03/19/07. For more information on the Dermonts see cip.azlibrary.gov/Institution.aspx?InsID=580. The mount measures 10" x 12" and the photo 8 1/8" x 6". There are some pin pricks in the mount and the upper left side of the photo. They are not noticeable for normal viewing...
Vintage Hudson photograph of Weston Promenade Brighton England c1870. Newly framed and matted. The frame measures 16.25 x 14.25 inches. Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply...
Vintage Hudson photograph of Weston Promenade Brighton c1870. Slight scratch to photograph on lower left. Newly framed and matted. The frame measures 16.25 x 14.25 inches. Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply...
A fascinating photo album C. 1920 by Lieutenant C.P. McDonald, of the Royal Flying Corps. The album has a calling card enclosed with gentleman's name and rank. The photos were probably taken by him, or friends, during a visit to Japan shortly after WW1
The album shows images of various scenes of Japan and the people he encountered. There are 37 snapshots and three more commercial photos...
Vintage photo of Tal Y Llyn Dolgelley. Hudson's series circa 1870. Oval image is 9" x 11'; frame is 16.25" x 14.25." Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply. *** If you wish to see examples of similar items we have sold and/or appraised please go to our affiliate site www.OneofaKindAntiques.com and click the Archives / Homepage logo ***
Vintage photo of Rothern Bridge in Torrington, England. Hudson's Series circa 1870. Oval image is 9" x 11'; frame is 16.25" x 14.25." Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply...
We offer for purchase this circa 1880's British Military CARTE DE VISITE by J. Blakeborough. This item also has its original thick beveled glass, wood and metal frame. The front of the CDV is marked j Blakeborough Pontefract. The image shows a young soldier with sword in a studio pose. The reverse of the CDV is inscribed; "J.B. Artist & Photographer. J. Blakeborough Ropergate End Pontefract "This or any other portrait enlarged up to life size and painted in oil or watercolor to order" Extra copi...
Vintage photo of York Minster. Hunson's Series circa 1870. Oval image is 9" x 11"; frame is 16.25" x 14.25" Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply. *** If you wish to see examples of similar items we have sold and/or appraised please go to our affiliate site www.OneofaKindAntiques.com and click the Archives / Homepage logo *** This piece is on di...