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THBFull Plate Tintype of a Post Office
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About Auction
LiveSep 21, 2024
We are delighted to present exceptional collection of over 200 lots of early photography, focusing on the African American experience during the Civil War and Reconstruction. This collection includes daguerreotypes, identified Civil War soldiers, and a rare tintype with a letter about soldiers' motivations for fighting for emancipation. Also featured are diverse images from Europe, Native Americans, and Middle Eastern images. This is a unique opportunity to acquire significant historical artifacts and preserve the legacy of these transformative periods. Michael Lehr Antiques info@michaellehrantiques.com
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- Lot Description
A full plate tintype captures a scene in front of a post office, potentially located in Buffalo, NY, based on the advertisement visible for Dingman's Soap. The image provides a glimpse into a small-town or rural post office, with three men casually posed on the porch, each contributing to a relaxed yet purposeful atmosphere.
The three men in the image represent the working-class or local populace, likely involved in the daily operations of the post office or as regular patrons. Their relaxed poses, with one seated and the others leaning against the building, suggest familiarity and comfort in this setting.
The building itself is a typical wooden structure with a simple yet functional design, featuring a covered porch supported by wooden columns. The sign above the entrance clearly identifies it as a post office. The building's windows are filled with various goods, indicating that the post office might have also served as a general store or had multiple functions.
The advertisement for Dingman's Soap adds a regional or commercial context to the image, hinting at the location being Buffalo, NY, or at least somewhere within the distribution area for that product. - Provenance
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