The Collected Library, Including Americana and Early Photography

Lot comprised of 56 CDVs and cabinet cards of celebrated 19th century actors, actresses, singers, and other notable performers of the era. Photographers/publishers include: Brady (New York), E. Anthony (New York), Wenderoth & Taylor (Philadelphia), Sarony (New York), D. Appleton & Co. (New York), J. Gurney & Son (New York), Fredricks & Co. (New York), Warren (Boston), and others. Images in overall good to very good condition. Most feature some toning and light spotting, with wear to mount edges and corners.

Highlighted subjects include: Jenny Lind. -- Laura Keene. -- Maggie Mitchell. -- Isabella Hinckley. -- Mrs. Jno. Drew. -- Madam Irma. -- Lydia Thompson. -- Rosa Rand. -- Adelaide Ristori. -- Charles Fechter. -- Clara Louise Kellogg. -- Caroline Richings. -- Eliza Weathersby. -- Madeline Lucette. -- John Brougham. -- Pasquale Brignoli. -- Kate Bateman. -- Pauline Markham. -- Josephine Mansfield Lawlor. -- E.L. Davenport. -- Anna Held. -- John T. Raymond. -- W. Florence. -- Sol Smith Russell. -- Theodore Thomas. -- Elise Holt. -- Minnie Palmer. -- Maud Granger. -- E.A. Sothern. -- Sarah Bernhardt. -- Sutherland Family of Seven Sisters. -- Jessie, Victoria, and Rosina Voke.

[With:] The Marie Burroughs Art Portfolio of Stage Celebrities. Chicago, IL: Marquis & Co. 4 partial issues plentifully illustrated with portraits of late 19th century actors and actresses. Significant wear to paper wrappers, contents overall good.