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Lot 248

[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. 33 mostly pre-fire stereoviews of Chicago, many by J. CARBUTT.

Lot 248

[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. 33 mostly pre-fire stereoviews of Chicago, many by J. CARBUTT.

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Closed

Estimate: $300 - $500

Estimate$300 – $500

Status

Closed

[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. 33 mostly pre-fire stereoviews of Chicago, many by J. CARBUTT.

33 stereoviews on cardstock mounts showing Chicago and vicinity, many taken before the fire of 1871. Photographers / publishers include J. Carbutt, Chicago, IL (22), I. Crater, Chicago, IL (5), Shaw, Chicago, IL (1), and Andrew & Carson, Hillsdale, MI (1). Some versos with applied paper label listing image number, title, and credit to the photographer/publisher.

Content includes street scenes, store fronts, prominent residences, churches, landmarks, and public gatherings.

Highlighted titles include: Illinois Central Depot from Madison Street. -- State Street looking north from Madison. -- Dearborn Street. -- Terrace Block, Michigan Avenue. -- McVicker's Theater, Madison St. -- Custom House. -- Wreck of Rush. St. Bridge. -- Sherman House, Chicago. -- General Post Office, Chicago. -- North Clark St., from South End of Bridge, Chicago. -- Illinois Central Depot, Chicago, IL. -- Douglas' Grave. -- View from Sherman House balcony. -- Chamber of Commerce. -- Crosby's Opera House. -- And 18 others.

Together, 33 stereoviews.

Estate of David O'Reilly, Old Bridge, New Jersey

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Condition generally good. Toning and occasional soiling to prints. Most with edge and corner wear to mounts.

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Ms. Horstman has spent over a decade specializing in historic photography and Americana at auction. During her tenure, she has overseen several notable single owner auctions, including property from the inventory of celebrated Americana and antique arms expert Norm Flayderman. During her time with the firm, she has maintained an active membership in the Daguerreian Society. Ms. Horstman holds an MA in Art History from the University of Cincinnati and a BA in Art History from The Ohio State University.

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American Historical Ephemera & Early Photography Online

[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. 33 mostly pre-fire stereoviews of Chicago, many by J. CARBUTT.

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