Photographer unknown (probably American): Group portrait of five young women. Late 1850s/early 1860s. Quarter-plate ambrotype with gilt surround in original embossed leather case with velvet lining.
A few light surface scratches, otherwise a strong image in very good condition.
Photographer unknown. "Album von Darmstadt". 1870s. 18 albumen prints. Each circa 10 x 14,5 cm (17,5 x 23,5 cm). Each mounted to board (slightly soiled), printed caption label on mount verso. In original burgundy canvas portfolio with gilt-stamped title Album von Darmstadt on front cover and brass clasp.
This small album comprises 18 early souvenir photographs depicting the serene residential city of Darmstadt, featuring street views, squares, and notable landmarks like the Residenzschloss, the Zeughaus, the theater, the Palais Prinz Ludwig, the new train station, the casino, Wilhelminenstrasse, the Catholic church, the Ständehaus, and more. – Some slightly faded, some with spots, otherwise in good condition.
Views of Jamaica. 1860s. 6 albumen prints. Circa 17,5 x 23,6 cm (30,3 x 40,2 cm). Each mounted to board.
Adolphe Duperly's photographic work in Jamaica during the mid-19th century was characterized by particular attention to detail and a discerning eye for capturing the island's diverse landscapes and communities. As a pioneering figure in Jamaican photography, Duperly initially employed the daguerreotype process to document a wide range of Jamaican life, including urban scenes in Kingston, rural vistas, and the daily activities of its inhabitants. His albumen prints, intended for reproduction, not only served as visual records but also played a crucial role in shaping perceptions of Jamaica both domestically and internationally. – Some buckling of mounts and very light scuff marks on some prints, otherwise all in good condition.
Photographers: Otto Mayer (1850-1929), K.u.K. Hofatelier Adèle (active 1862-1938), Fernando Tosara (lifedates unknown) and others. Portraits of Eleonora Duse. 1890s. 2 albumen cabinet cards 1 gelatin POP cabinet card, 5 gelatin silver prints. Each between 13,7 x 8,7 cm and 17,2 x 10,9 cm. Most with photographer's studio emblem and caption.
This set of photographs features the illustrious Italian actress Eleonora Duse in a series of portraits, each showcasing her captivating presence and emotional depth through subtle expressions and carefully arranged poses. – Some prints slightly faded, others with some silver mirroring along edges, otherwise all in good condition.
Egypt/Ottoman Empire
Views of Alexandria, Cairo, artefacts in the Boulaq Museum, etc.
Los 4035
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500€ (US$ 538)
Photographer: Luigi Fiorillo (1847-1898), Pascal Sebah (1823-1886), H. Arnoux (active c. 1860-1890) and unknown. Views of Alexandria, Cairo and artefacts in the Boulaq Museum. 1880s/90s. 24 albumen prints. Each circa 27 x 20 cm and reverse. Most with photographer's name and/or title/number in the negative in lower edge.
Luigi Fiorillo established his photographic studio in Alexandria during the 1870s, earning praise for his 'cartes-de-visite', which were featured in 'Murray's Handbook for Egypt' (1875). Following the 1882 bombardment by the British, he documented the city's aftermath and published an album of his images. Pascal Sebah, another notable figure, established one of the most prolific studios in the Orient in 1857, starting with his first studio in Constantinople. Known for his city views, character types, and numerous panoramas of Constantinople, Sebah's work was featured in many albums of the era. Hippolyte Arnoux was equally prolific, albeit his work was not as high quality. He opened his main studio in Port Said in the early 1870s. – Most with light handling creases, a few with stronger creases, edges slightly curled, some with slight edge wear, otherwise in good to very good condition and with strong tones.
Lit.: Ken Jacobson. Odalisques & Arabesques: Orientalist Photography 1839-1925. London 2007.
French Indochina
Portraits and landscape views of Vietnam
Los 4036
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6.000€ (US$ 6,452)
Photographer: Charles-Édouard Hocquard (1853-1911). Landscape views and portraits of people of Tonkin. 1887-88. 49 Woodburytypes (a few albumen prints). Each circa 21 x 15,5 cm and reverse and smaller. Some with titles in French in the negative in lower edge, mounted to gilt edge album boards (some time-staining, slight foxing at ends of album), bound in half leather album (scratches, scuff marks), marbled fly leaves and endpapers, with gilt-embossed title Voyage Autour du Monde, 1887-88, TONKIN, 33 x 45 cm.
This finely bound and thoroughly compiled album is likely part of a larger collection of souvenir albums, as the title suggests. It features 49 photographs, mostly printed as Woodburytypes, captured by Charles-Édouard Hocquard. The album documents the diverse cultural interests of its original owner, presumably a high colonial official or member of the French upper class, who brought back albums like this from a trip around the world. – Most in very good conditon and with strong contrasts, albumen prints faded.
Views of Egypt: "The Pyramids of Dashoor"; "The Pyramids of Sakkarah"; "The Colonnade"; "Rock-Tombs and Belzoni's Pyramid, Gizeh" and "Assouan". 1857. 5 albumen prints from collodion glass plate negatives. Each circa 16 x 23 cm. Each signed and some also with number in lower right/left corner in the negative, each mounted to original album page (water stains), with title, photographer's name and year printed below the image on the mount.
Francis Frith embarked on three expeditions to Egypt between 1856-1860. Using wet collodion glass plate negatives, he captured iconic monuments like the Pyramids at Giza and the temple of Karnak in Luxor, producing albumen prints on-site in a portable darkroom. His work became indispensable for Egyptologists and archaeologists, fueling Western fascination with Egypt's ancient history and cultural heritage. – Some light surface scuff marks, otherwise with strong violet-brown tones and in very good condition.
Gülmez Frères
Panorama of the Bosphorus
Los 4038 [*]
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1.500€ (US$ 1,613)
Eleven-plate panorama showing the shores of the Bosporus Strait north of Constantinople. 1880s. 11 albumen prints mounted together as panorama. Each print circa 19,5 x 27,5 cm, entire size circa 29 x 270 cm.
The Gülmez Brothers, Ahmet and Abdullah, were pioneering Ottoman photographers active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Based in Istanbul, they operated a successful photographic studio known for their portraits of notable figures, urban scenes, and historical events. Their work played a significant role in documenting and preserving the cultural and social landscape of the Ottoman Empire during a period of immense change. – Some foxing of mounts, some light fading, otherwise in good condition.
Italy
Views of Bologna, Pisa, Siena, Assisi and San Benedetto
Los 4039
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625€ (US$ 672)
Photographer: Alinari and unknown. Views of Bologna, Pisa, Siena, Assisi and San Benedetto. 1860s. 11 albumen prints. Various sizes between circa 23 x 17 cm and 10 x 13 cm. Each mounted to card, titled in ink below the image on the mount.
Attractive group of early views of northern Italy, some with strong violet brown tones. – A few light surface scuff marks, some with a few foxing small spots, several with fading in edges, otherwise several with strong tones and in very good condition.
Hill, David Octavius and Robert Adamson
Miss Crampton
Los 4040
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300€ (US$ 323)
"Miss Crampton". 1843-47/printed circa 1895. Albumen print from a paper negative, printed by James Craig Annan (?). 20 x 14,1 cm (38 x 26,9 cm). Mounted to cream colored board (light foxing and time staining along edges), annotated in pencil in an unknown hand on mount verso.
David Octavius Hill and Robert Adamson, pioneers of Scottish photography, formed a groundbreaking partnership in 1843, establishing Scotland's first photography studio. Renowned for their portrait work, Adamson's expertise in composition and lighting complemented Hill's skill in handling the camera, resulting in captivating and nuanced images of notable Scottish figures. Their collaborative efforts produced a significant body of work, capturing the essence of their subjects with remarkable sensitivity and contributing to the early development of artistic photography. – Silver mirroring in dark areas of print, some surface scuff marks, otherwise a strong print in good condition.
Lit.: Katherine Michaelson. A Centenary Exhibition of the Work of David Octavius Hill 1802-1870 and Robert Adamson (1821- 1848). Edinburgh 1970, ill. p. 117.
Japan
Views of people, landscapes and temples of Japan
Los 4041
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1.000€ (US$ 1,075)
Photographers: Kajima Seibei (1866-1924), Kusakabe Kimbei (1841-1932) and others. Views of people, landscapes and temples of Japan. 1870-1890. 46 hand-colored albumen prints. Each circa 20 x 27 cm. Most prints with title and number in the negative in lower corners, mounted to gilt-edged album boards (slightly warped, some foxing), bound in contemporary decorative red lacquer album (some chips/scratches in edges) with relief landscape scene in gold and leather spine (rubbed), 27 x 36 cm.
This attractive album features various landscape vistas and genre scenes, alongside a number of captivating portraits of Kabuki actors and Geishas, some of which can be attributed to Kajima Seibei and Kusakabe Kimbei. Included are several early portraits of the renowned Geishas Ponta and Oen from the Shinbashi district in Tokyo, who would later achieve nationwide acclaim for their mastery and refinement. – A number of prints slightly faded in edges, some with light surface scuff marks, some with light foxing, otherwise all in good to very good condition.
Photographer unknown. "Travelling Girl in Kago"; Portrait. Circa 1900. 2 hand-colored albumen prints. 20,2 x 26 cm and 26,7 x 20,5. One with title and number in negative in lower left.
Portrait slightly faded and with two spots, some handling creases, otherwise in good condition.
Kotzsch, August
Kotzschhausecke (cherry blossom trees)
Los 4043
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1.500€ (US$ 1,613)
"Kotzschhausecke" (Cherry blossom trees). Circa 1865. Albumen print. 20 x 15,7 cm. Mounted to board (slightly soiled), photographer's blindstamp below image, titled in ink below image, No 137 as well as annotated in pencil lower left on mount.
This image depicts the garden around August Kotzsch's house in Loschwitz which can be seen in the upper right corner. In order to identify his photographs, Kotzsch often numbered and titled his studies in pencil. This print bears a caption that is comparable and well documented in a similar form in literature or on other photographs. – Minimal fading in lower edge, a few light scuff marks, slight foxing in upper area, otherwise in very good condition.
Lit.: Ernst Hirsch/Matthias Griebel/Volkmar Herre. August Kotzsch 1836-1910. Photograph in Loschwitz bei Dresden. Dresden 1986, ill. p. 88, compare p. 35.
(Attributed to). Nature study. 1870s. Albumen print. 21,5 x 18,5 cm. Number 103 in pencil on the verso.
Small pinhole in lower left corner, slight fading in left edge and retouched area in right edge, light fold mark lower right, small tear in lower edge, otherwise a beautiful print with an overall strong tone and in very good condition.
Provenance: The Collection of the American Barbizon painter Charles Henry Miller (1842-1922).
Leuzinger, George and Others
Views of Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires
Los 4046 [*]
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4.250€ (US$ 4,570)
Photographers: George Leuzinger (1813-1892), Benito Panunzi (1819-1894) and Esteban Gonnet (1828-1868). Views of Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. 1860s. 14 albumen prints mounted to board. Each between 11 x 19,2 cm and 19 x 25,2 cm or vice versa (30,4 x 40,2 cm). Dated and annotated in ink in lower margin.
George Leuzinger, Benito Panunzi, and Esteban Gonnet emerged as pivotal figures in the early documentation of South America, particularly in Argentina and Brazil during the 1860s. Panunzi and Gonnet created photographic albums depicting various aspects of Buenos Aires life, rural landscapes, gaucho traditions, and indigenous cultures, offering valuable insights into the societal, cultural, and urban fabric of 19th-century Argentina. Concurrently, George Leuzinger, a Swiss photographer and lithographer based in Brazil, played a crucial role in visually chronicling Brazil's advancement and cultural diversity, capturing urban scenes, architectural wonders, scenic panoramas, and individual portraits that left a lasting impact on South American photographic history. The photographs comprised in this selection include some of the earliest depictions of South America, featuring views of the Port of Rio, Praia da Boa Viagem, the Botanical Garden in Rio, the Monument of General Saint Martin in Buenos Aires, the Jesuit Monastery of Jesus Maria, Views of Cordoba, as well as various depictions of Gauchos and their encampments. – Some buckling of mounts, some surface cracks, discoloration and foxing on some prints, otherwise all in good condition.
Lilienthal, Otto
Otto Lilienthal flying near Berlin, Rhinower Berge
Los 4047
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6.250€ (US$ 6,720)
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
Los 4048 [*]
Ergebnis (inkl. Aufgeld) *
2.500€ (US$ 2,688)
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.
Lindt, John William
Studio portraits of Aboriginal Australians
Los 4049
Nachverkaufspreis
2.000€ (US$ 2,151)
Studio portraits of Aboriginal Australians. 1875-80. 6 albumen prints. Circa 12 x 9 cm and 14 x 10,5 cm. Each mounted to card and hinge-mounted in mat.
One of Australia's pre‐eminent 19th‐century photographers, Lindt is best known for his quietly theatrical and melancholic studio portraits of Aboriginal people. Born in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, he left at age 17, travelling by ship and arrived in Australia circa 1862. He joined the photographic firm Wagner which specialized in Aboriginal scenes and studio settings. In 1876 Lindt set up his own studio in Melbourne, Victoria. His ethnographic studies of indigenous people of the region are among the most important produced in the 19th century. – Some with slight fading/discoloration, some with buckling from mounting, some surface scratch/scuff marks, otherwise in good condition.
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.
"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.
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
Los 4053 [*]
Ergebnis (inkl. Aufgeld) *
1.000€ (US$ 1,075)
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
Los 4054 [*]
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750€ (US$ 806)
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.
Photographer unknown. Views of Niagara Falls. 1860s. 4 albumen prints mounted to board. Each circa 19 x 14,5 cm and vice versa (30,4 x 40,2 cm).
In the nineteenth century, Niagara Falls became a popular subject for photography, with photographers like Samuel Morse, Platt Babbitt, and George Barker capturing its beauty using large format cameras. Their stunning images served scientific and artistic purposes, promoting tourism to the region and enhancing Niagara Falls' renown as a must-see destination. – Some buckling of mounts, some very light scuff marks, otherwise in good condition.
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
Los 4057
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875€ (US$ 941)
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.
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.
Porto
Panoramic view of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia
Los 4059 [*]
Nachverkaufspreis
400€ (US$ 430)
Photographer unknown. Panoramic view of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia. Circa 1870. Albumen print mounted to board. 25,2 x 40,2 cm (33,2 x 45,2 cm).
This panoramic view of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia shows the suspension bridge connecting the two towns, the opening of Rua Nova da Alfândega, riverside houses along the Douro River, boats, and the Serra do Pilar Monastery, offering a glimpse into the region's scenic charm and maritime activity.
– Some handling creases, light foxing and traces of ink on verso of mount, otherwise in good condition.
Robertson, James
Base of the Malakoff Tower, Crimea
Los 4060
Ergebnis (inkl. Aufgeld) *
500€ (US$ 538)
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.
Rome
Views of excavations of the Farnese Gardens area on the Palatine Hill
Los 4061
Nachverkaufspreis
350€ (US$ 376)
Photographer unknown. Views of excavations of the Farnese Gardens area on the Palatine Hill (Orti Farnesiani sul Palatino). Early 1860s. 2 albumen prints. Each circa 20 x 30 cm. Each mounted to card, titled in ink below the image on the mount.
The Gardens of Farnese in Rome, situated on the Palatine Hill, boast a rich history dating back to the Roman Empire. Napoleon III, known for his keen interest in archaeology, acquired the site in 1861 and initiated systematic excavations. However, earlier sporadic excavations, starting from the 1820s, contributed to the gradual destruction of the renowned Renaissance gardens. The two rare photographs offered here provide glimpses into the state of the gardens during the early 1860s, offering valuable insights into their historical significance and evolving landscape. – A few light surface scuff marks, a few small spots, otherwise strong tonal prints in very good condition.
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