This cabinet card photograph features two children, one seated in a vintage baby stroller and the other standing beside it. The baby is dressed in a detailed white gown with lace trimming, while the older child wears a matching white outfit with puffed sleeves and ruffled details, typical of late 19th to early 20th-century children’s clothing. The stroller is constructed with metal and has an ornate design typical of its era. It features large, spoked wheels, a curved handle, and a cradle-like seat, showcasing the craftsmanship of the time. The photograph was taken by Hugo Schwichtenberg, whose studio was located in the Avis Building, next to the Post Office, in Pomona, California. He was an active photographer between the 1880’s and about 1900. The text at the bottom of the card highlights the “Superior Platinum Finish,” a marketing feature of the studio’s work. This photograph is a beautiful representation of period fashion, studio portraiture, and craftsmanship in both photography and product design. SOLD
THE CABINET CARD GALLERY 