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Lot 0036: RARE ANTIQUE AMERICAN POLICE CALOTYPE PHOTOGRAPHS

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A set of vintage American calotype printed photographs from the 1880s. Contains two extremely rare NYC criminals talbotype mug shots with the detailed descriptions on back used for updating identification records on the Detective Bureau. A picture of great fire in Utica, NY in 1884 used as part of an advertisement campaign by Newell & Rowe dealers on paper items. Several more pictures in the genre of reportage. Works from similar studios are part of the collection of the MET Museum in New York and other worldwide institutions. Highly collectible items. Cabinet of Oddities and Rarities.

Overall Good Antique Condition. Signs Of Wear And Age. Sold As Is.
Average 4" x 2 1/2" in All measurements are approximate

Auction Date

January 15th, 2022

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$384.00