This pretty image is approximately 7×9 or so, with the image centered on bristol board. The style of clothing worn by this pretty girl makes me wonder if this is a reprint, as the dress and hairstyle look to be from the mid 19th century, or possibly a bit later, maybe the 1870s. I …
This photograph dating from the early 20th century is about 4″ wide with the matting. It shows four girls who look like they are about 10-12 years old, and the title “The Big Four” tells me these girls were inseparable. Were they friends, cousins, sisters? The back has their initials, but no other names. …
Two photographs from the early 20th century, identified as Gerald Coe. In 1906, there were numerous boys named Gerald Coe born in America, so this is tricky. The only hint I have is a photographer named Gascon from London & Paris. The rubber stamp indicates “High Class Photographer” at 936 Main Street, but no city. …
I purchased this particular cabinet card because the back had some faint and faded words written in pencil and I was intrigued by the challenge of finding out what those words were. Thankfully, by changing the exposure, contrast and sharpness, I was able to bring out the following: Bits of it are still difficult to …
This cabinet card has been trimmed to the photo size and on the back was written: Grandma McGuire Ruth Ann Floyd Rudd There was no photographer’s information but I assume it was taken in Arizona where the majority of the other Rudd family photographs were made. Ruth Ann is dressed in a rather plain dress, …
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