This Cabinet photoograph is of Alice Lingard (1847-1897) a British stage actress and singer. She performed in both London and New York. She was married to mimic and music hall star Dickie Lingard and the drama of their marital problems was well reported by the press. The cabinet card comes from the studio of Jose Mora of New York, famed theater star photographer. You can see other cards from Mora by clicking on the Category listing, Mora.
This cabinet photograph captures a German officer posing for photographer F. Steffen in Erlanger, Bavaria. I have been informed that this stern looking officer is a Hauptmann (captain). I would appreciate confirmation of this rank from a knowledgeable source, so please leave a comment if you have information.
This Cabinet photo is a portrait of a Black woman photographed by Bliss Brothers Portrait Studio in Buffalo, New York. To view other photographs by the Bliss Brothers, click on the category “Photographer: Bliss Brothers”.
Interesting Cabinet card photograph of a member of a Fraternal Organization. He is wearing very elaborate garb which is captured well by the photographer. Is this distinguished looking man a member of a Masonic group? I would appreciate information from anyone who can supply me with this gentleman’s affiliation. The photographer is Wolstenholme of BlackPool and Middleton, England.
This photograph is of a Pullman Car Conductor. The photographer is Gray of Boston, Massachusetts. The Pullman Company manufactured railroad cars beginning in the mid to late 1800’s. In 1898 Robert Todd Lincoln, son of Abraham Lincoln, became President of the company. I am hoping someone can help me identify the name of the railroad that employed this conductor. Take a close look at his collar buttons and try to identify the railroad by the insignia, or perhaps you have knowledge about Boston’s railroad history. To view other photographs by Gray, click on the category “Photographer: Gray (MA)”.
This photograph is a cabinet card featuring opera star Tillie Salinger. She is photographed by a San Francisco, California photographer. Salinger performed in the late 1800’s and among her credits is the music ‘Looking Through the Gates (1892). To view other photographs by Louis Thors and to learn more about him, click on the category “Photographer: Thors”.
This terrific Cabinet card is a photograph of a priest taken by the Chauncey Moore Studio of Springfield, Massachusetts. The reverse of the card is stamped indicating that duplicates could be obtained from the Society of St. Vincent De Paul. Cabinet card photographs of clergy are not uncommon although this is a nice close-up. Note the fine detail of his clothing. At one time, Moore partnered in a Springfield studio with his brother Hiram C. Moore. To view Hiram Moore’s work, click on the category “Photographer: Moore (Hiram).
This distinguished looking black gentleman posed for this photograph at the studio of Huszagh in Chicago, Illinois. Check out the interesting backdrop and props. Note the pattern on the curtain and how his right hand is resting next to a pair of gloves on what seems to be a fur covered table. Do you think that this well dressed gentleman is wearing his best suit or, judging by his attire, do you think he may be a member of the clergy? Let me know your opinion.
This Cabinet card is an image of a young policeman or fireman. The badges on his jacket and hat are not clear enough to read. Do you have an idea or some knowledge that would determine his actual occupation? Please share your opinion. This uniformed fellow had his photograph taken by Havee of Stamford, Connecticut.
This is a terrific photograph of a young black woman taken by the studio of Record & Epler in Saratoga, New York. Quality Cabinet card photographs of blacks are not easily found because there were not many produced at that time in history. The Record & Epler studio is well known for their many stereographs and photographs of the grand hotels of Saratoga. It is also noted that the studio took a number of photographs of the Black employees of these hotels. To view other photographs from this studio, click on category “Photographer: Record & Epler”. This attractive woman is very nicely dressed and coiffed. Her face is very expressive. Judging by her facial expression, how do you think she is feeling as she sits for this wonderful photograph? Your comments are welcome.
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