Description: Antique Baby Cabinet Photo Brown Studio Wahpeton N.D. Collins Card c1890-1910 Item Description: This antique baby cabinet photo captures a timeless moment of early American life. The image, taken by Brown Studio of Wahpeton, North Dakota, features a baby dressed in an endearing, period-appropriate outfit, seated for a formal portrait. The photograph is mounted on a cardboard frame marked with “Collins Card” on the back, a common practice among high-quality photography studios of the time. Condition: The photograph itself is in very good condition, with some soiling and light wear, but the image remains clear. The cardboard frame shows noticeable soiling, staining, and wear around the edges and corners (please see pictures for more details). The WATERMARK seen in the listing photos is only present on the eBay images and not on the original photo itself. This authentic cabinet card is approximately 5 1/4" x 3 1/2" in size and is ideal for collectors of Americana, local history, or vintage photography. This single piece is a wonderful example of early 20th-century photography and would be a fantastic addition to any collection that celebrates small-town America and community life. Background on Brown Studio, Wahpeton, N.D.: Brown’s Photography Studio in Wahpeton, North Dakota, was a prominent establishment in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for capturing the life and people of this growing region. Wahpeton, situated along the border with Minnesota, was a vibrant small town and a center of community life during this era. Photographers like Brown documented local residents, families, and everyday scenes, preserving a visual history of the area. Collins Card: The Collins Card stamp on the back of this photograph likely refers to the type of cardstock used for cabinet cards, a format popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Collins Card may have been a brand or style of mounting card stock used by photographers during this period. These sturdy cards were favored for their durability and elegant presentation, which made them perfect for formal portraits. Wahpeton, North Dakota: Wahpeton, founded in the late 1800s, became a key city in southeastern North Dakota, growing significantly after statehood in 1889. It was an important regional hub, supported by the railroad and local industries. During this period, photography studios like Brown’s helped immortalize the citizens and the community spirit of Wahpeton, offering a glimpse into life in early North Dakota.
Price: 14.99 USD
Location: Logan, Utah
End Time: 2024-12-22T03:34:46.000Z
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Antique: Yes
Image Orientation: Portrait
Size: 5 1/4" x 3 1/2"
Image Color: Black & White
Material: Cardboard
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Subject: Baby
Vintage: No
Type: Photograph
Format: Cabinet Card
Photographer: BROWN Wahpeton North Dakota
Theme: Americana, Community Life, People, Small town america
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States