Fotografie des 19. – 21. Jahrhunderts

Lilienthal, Otto
Otto Lilienthal flying near Berlin, Rhinower Berge
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Photographer: Alex Krajewski (Court photographer of Prince Aribert von Anhalt, active in Berlin, 1890s). Otto Lilienthal flying one of his gliding planes near Berlin, Rhinower Berge, Germany. 1893. Vintage collodion paper print. 15,2 x 20,9 cm. Mounted to original ornamental board (slight traces of use).

The evolution of photography and aviation shares interesting similarities. In 1884, Ottomar Anschütz began capturing images of storks in flight, marking the first momentary snapshots in the history of photography. By 1890, he developed the "Tachyscope," displaying sequential images of people and animals in motion, which gained popularity at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, highlighting advancements in transportation and industry through widely distributed photographs. In 1891, Otto Lilienthal initiated his flight experiments, lasting five years until his unfortunate death in 1896, due to a flight accident. During this period, photographers such as Ottomar Anschütz, Carl Kassner, Richard Neuhauss, and Alex Krajewski documented Lilienthal's flights near Berlin. These images often circulated as photo postcards and served as crucial documentation for Lilienthal. Unfortunately, the glass negatives of Lilienthal's photographs, archived in the Deutsches Museum in Munich, were destroyed during WWII. This particular image, part of a series by Alex Krajewski capturing Lilienthal's flights in the Rhinow Hills near Berlin, is exceptionally rare in its large format and good condition, with only eight images from this series preserved in the photo archives of the Otto Lilienthal Museum in Anklam. – Slight surface rubbing and surface soiling, otherwise in very good condition.

Lit.: Published in Prometheus. Illustrierte Wochenschrift über die Fortschritte in Gewerbe, Industrie und Wissenschaft. 4. Jg., No. 220. Berlin 1893, ill. p. 184 (no. 87).

Lilienthal, Theodore
Views of New Orleans
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Views of New Orleans. Circa 1865-1870. 2 abumen prints. 24,7 x 34,5 cm (30 x 40 cm). Numbered in pencil on margins of mount.

Born in Prussia (Frankfurt /O.), Theodore Lilienthal established himself as a prominent figure in the nascent field of photography, eventually operating one of the most successful photographic businesses in New Orleans. From his early days as a daguerreotypist to his innovative utilization of the traveling darkroom wagon, Lilienthal adeptly captured the essence of the city's architecture, culture, and society. His groundbreaking portfolio for the Paris Exposition of 1867, as well as subsequent works, not only highlighted the city's grandeur but also played a pivotal role in post-Civil War reconstruction efforts and municipal promotion, solidifying his position as a central figure in the history of American urban photography. However, despite his early success, Lilienthal eventually faced challenges. Fierce competition and the advent of amateur photography led to the decline of his studio, and he eventually went out of business. Nevertheless, his contributions to the art and documentation of New Orleans remain significant and enduring. – Some buckling, foxing and silver mirroring, otherwise in good condition.

Menzel, Adolph von
Adolph Menzel
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313€ (US$ 347)

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Photographer: A. Baumann. Studio portrait of Adolph von Menzel. 1899. Vintage collodion paper print. Circa 16,5 x 10,5 cm. Photographer's blindstamp and date stamp in lower right corner, mounted to original cabinet board (small nick in upper edge); Menzel's estate stamp on mount verso.

A few surface scratches, otherwise in good condition. With: Some contemporary newspaper articles on Menzel, 1885-1899.

Provenance: The estate of Adolph von Menzel.

Moulin, Félix Jacques
Goum Nadji
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375€ (US$ 417)

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"Goum Nadji". Circa 1856-58. Albumen print. 22 x 16 cm. Mounted to original board (slightly soiled) with printed caption label Goum Nadji, Coulougli, Alger No. 77 on mount verso.

Several retouched spots/lines, a few light surface scuff marks, otherwise in good condition.

Nadar
Portrait of George Sand
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1.750€ (US$ 1,944)

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Portrait of George Sand. 1864/printed before 1876. Woodburytpe. 23,1 x 17,1 cm (29,7 x 22,5 cm). Signed by George Sand in ink on lower right corner of print. "Galerie Contemporaine" and "Cliché Nadar" copyright stamp in lower margin of mount.

Nadar's mid-19th century portraits of George Sand, the esteemed French novelist, depict her with notable intellectual presence and unconventional style. Through Nadar's lens, Sand's confident demeanor and distinctive appearance are evident, reflecting her prominence as a literary figure. These portraits are regarded as significant examples of Nadar's photography and poignant portrayals of the writer. Notably, this particular photograph was signed by George Sand herself during her lifetime. – Minimal hairline cracks in lower right corner, otherwise in excellent condition.

Nature Printing
Plant studies - Nature Printing
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Constantin v. Ettingshausen (1826-1897) and Alois Pokorny (1836-1886). Plant studies. 7 Naturselbstdrucke (nature prints) on heavy paper. Each circa 58 x 41 cm. From the publication "Physiotypia plantarum austriacarum. Der Naturselbstdruck in seiner Anwendung auf die Gefässpflanzen des österreichischen Kaiserstaates, mit besonderer Berücksichtigung der Nervation in den Flächenorganen der Pflanzen" Vienna, K.K. Hof und Staatsdruckerei, 1855-6.

Constantin von Ettingshausen and Alois Pokorny, two Austrian botanists of the nineteenth century, embraced an innovative approach to botanical documentation by employing an early reproduction method called "Naturselbstsdruck" (nature prints). This technique allowed them to create detailed impressions of plant specimens, providing a means to accurately record the rich flora of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The nature prints in this collection comprise seven exquisite "self-imprints" of plants, capturing the intricate details and delicate beauty of each specimen in a unique and artistic manner. – Some with minimal foxing, light signs of handling, slight edge wear, otherwise strong impressions in very good condition.

New Zealand
Views of cities and landscapes of New Zealand
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Photographer unknown. Views of cities and landscapes of New Zealand. 1860s. 16 albumen prints (several oval). Each circa 19 x 16 cm. Each mounted to board (time-stained/soiling, some foxing), some annotated in pencil in German below the images on the mount.

These early views of New Zealand show Auckland, the harbor of Wellington, several landscapes and Alpine/glacier images, including an early panorama of Nelson. One image shows the consulate building of the "Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg" in Auckland (Queen Street). – Some photos faded, a few with scuff marks, some with spots, otherwise most in good to very good condition and several with stong violet brown tones.

Ogawa, Kazumasa
Japanese Flower Studies
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Japanese flower studies. 1890s. 8 collotypes with lithographic overprinting in colour. Each between 24,2 x 22,5 cm and 29,3 x 23,2 cm or vice versa (38 x 29,5 cm). Each accompanied by a sheet stating the flower's name in Latin and Japanese.

Kazumasa Ogawa was a Japanese pioneer in photomechanical printing and photography during the Meiji era. He established Tokyo’s first photographic studio in 1884 and Japan’s pioneering collotype business in 1889, while also editing photography journals and being a founding member of the Japan Photographic Society. Renowned for his mastery of flower photography, Ogawa’s exquisite flower collotypes demonstrated his profound appreciation for botanical subjects and particular attention to detail. Some of the images offered here are published in "Some Japanese Flowers. By K. Ogawa". F.R.P.S., Tokyo 1896.
– A few handling creases, a few prints slightly faded, otherwise all in good to very good condition.

Ottoman Empire
Travel album with portraits of people, landscapes and cities of the Ottoman Empire
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875€ (US$ 972)

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Photographer: C. J. Fettl, Guillaume Berggren (1835-1920), P. Sebah (1825-1886), Zangaki (active 1870-1915) and unknown. Travel album with portraits of people, landscapes and cities of the Ottoman Empire, also views of Vienna, Prague, Budapest, Odessa. 1880s. Circa 130 albumen prints. Most circa 10 x 14 cm and 21 x 25 cm and some smaller, a few larger. Some with photographer's name and/or title in the negative in lower corner, mounted to album boards (warped, soiling towards beginning and end of album), bound in half leather album (edges rubbed) with gilt embossed title Voyage en Orient Juillet - Octobre 1886.

As industrialization swept through European nations in the 19th century, a concurrent surge of romantic orientalism took hold, captivating the imaginations of many. In response to this fascination, affluent individuals embarked on journeys by rail or ship to the Ottoman Empire, a destination that catered adeptly to this burgeoning tourism trend. Today, a wealth of well-preserved travel albums serves as enduring testaments to this era, offering vivid glimpses into the encounters and experiences of those who ventured into the heart of the Ottoman world. – Some surface scuff marks, some faded, many in good condition.

Panckow, Marie
Views of Potsdam
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Views of Potsdam. ca. 1870. 10 albumen prints mounted to board. Each circa 18 x 24 cm (30 x 36 cm).

Marie Panckow's photographs of Potsdam, taken during the 1860s and 1870s, provide invaluable insights into the architectural landscape of that era. Specializing in urban and architectural photography, Panckow documented the newly constructed buildings in Potsdam, offering valuable historical records of the city's development. Notable landmarks featured in this collection include the City Palace, St. Nicholas Church, Sanssouci Palace, and its surrounding grounds, including the orangery. Particularly intriguing is the panorama of Potsdam, which includes the photographer's wet-plate wagon prominently displayed in the foreground, with the name advertised on its side. – Small surface irregularity on one print, otherwise all in excellent condition.

Robertson, James
Base of the Malakoff Tower, Crimea
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Base of the Malakoff Tower, Crimea. 1855. Salted paper print. 22,5 x 29,5 cm (26,2 cm x 31,5 cm). Mounted to board, annotated in pencil on mount.

Taken by James Robertson during the Crimean War in 1855, this photograph depicts the Malakhov Tower, a crucial Russian fortress during the Siege of Sevastopol. The image shows the imposing structure surrounded by earthworks and artillery batteries, highlighting its strategic importance. Recognized as one of the earliest photographs capturing armed conflict in the history of photography, another print of this image is housed in the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection within Major George Harry Smith Willis's Crimean War scrapbook. – Faded first print with two creases on top margin and a small spot in lower margin.