This cabinet card is a hunting image photographed by Morrison (1848-?) of Bowling Green, Ohio. The hunter is posed with his hunting dog and his shotgun. Also making an appearance in this image is the raccoon that met its early demise as the prey of the hunt. The dog in the photograph appears to be a hound. The street address of the photographers studio was the Kabig Block. Robert Prescott Morrison worked as a photographer in Fostoria, Ohio around 1865 and began operating in Bowling Green in 1870 or 1878 depending on what source is believed. He was still active in his career in 1900. His wife, Belinda (Linnie) Ball Morrison worked as a negative retoucher during their early married days. Morrison was a veteran of the civil war. He served in Company H of the 133rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment. SOLD
HUNTER, SHOTGUN, AND DOG MEET RACCOON: RACCOON MEETS ITS MAKER
HANDSOME FAMILY PORTRAIT : ADORABLE POODLE DOG : AALBORG, DENMARK : CDV
This carte de visite portrait of an attractive family includes two men, one woman, one child, and the family’s pet dog. The dog appears to be a poodle or perhaps part poodle. This photograph was taken by Ernst Gopel (1862-1919). He operated a studio in Aalborg, Denmark between 1895 and 1919. (SOLD)
CHARMING WOMAN WITH HER COLLIE DOG : LEIPZIG, GERMANY : BY BELLACH : CABINET CARD
This evocative cabinet card photograph captures an intimate and timeless portrait of a young woman and her loyal dog, taken by the studio of Carl Bellach (1848-1920) in Leipzig, Germany. The woman sits gracefully beside her canine companion, her body turned slightly but her gaze directed straight into the camera. Her expression is serene and soft, with a gentle smile that suggests both composure and affection. She wears a dark Edwardian dress with a high collar and a prominent bow at the neck, detailed with fabric-covered buttons along the front and sleeve cuffs. Her hair is styled in soft waves and pulled back, adorned with a ribbon or dark headband, reflecting the elegant fashion of the early 20th century. Next to her sits a beautiful dog, likely a rough-coated Collie or a Border Collie mix, whose thick fur and calm, attentive expression add a warm, personal touch to the image. The dog sits proudly on a patterned upholstered bench, perfectly posed as if aware of the photographic moment. The room in which they are posed is softly lit and richly decorated, with a curio cabinet or sideboard in the background, suggesting a comfortable middle-class home. A framed portrait of a man hangs on the wall—perhaps a family member, adding a sentimental layer to the setting. The overall tone of the photograph is tender and domestic, a quiet glimpse into the bond between human and animal, beautifully preserved. The sepia tones and excellent clarity make this image a fine example of studio portraiture from pre-WWI Germany. The photographer, Carl Bellach, was a known Leipzig studio operator, and his imprint appears in gold at the bottom right corner of the mount. Bellach was also known for being an entomologist (scientific study of insects). (SOLD)
A BOY AND HIS DOG IN MUSKEGON, MICHIGAN
A dapper young man wearing a derby hat, sits for his portrait at the studio of T. Harold Powe, in Muskegon, Michigan. Sitting at the young man’s feet is his loyal dog. The dog appears to be a spaniel. Both the boy and dog are intensely staring at the camera. Photographer Powe was active in his profession between 1880 and 1896. He operated his studio in Muskegon between 1883 and 1885. During his photography career he also worked in other cities and towns including Lansing (Michigan), Omaha (Nebraska), and Milwaukee (Wisconsin). (SOLD)
ADORABLE YOUNG GIRL AND HER CUTE COLLIE DOG : REX : FRANCE : HAND TINTED RPPC
This French hand tinted real photo postcard features an adorable little girl sitting on a bench next to her dog. The dog appears to be a collie or a mixed collie breed. The postcard was published by Rex as part of a series (no.9588). Rex are the initials for “Societe Anonyme des Papeteries de Levallois”, a firm located in Paris, France. SOLD
GARDEN GNOME : PUMPKIN : CUTE DOG : DISTINGUISED FAMILY : PORCH : CABINET CARD
This unique cabinet card photograph is chock full of interesting things to look at. Note the garden gnome, the pumpkin, and the dog lying on what looks to be a towel. Also note how the photographer chose to pose his subjects. On the ground level the boy and girl are in the center and they are flanked by three women on each side. A man is standing in the center of the porch and he is in the middle between two couples. The gnome, dog and pumpkin are strategically placed in the front center of the photo. The photographer’s need for order and balance may tell us something about his personality. It would be interesting to know more about the subjects and their relationship to one another. This matchless cabinet card portrait is in fair condition. Note the edge and corner wear, the tiny chip at the left top of the image, and the soft top right corner of the card (See Scans).
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OLIVE MAY : AMERICAN STAGE ACTRESS : BROADWAY STAR : SHAKESPEARE : FIVE PHOTO POSTCARDS
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This uncommon vintage real photo postcard, (Postcard 1), features American stage actress, Olive May (1871-1938). She was born in New York City. May made her stage debut in 1893 and quickly became a popular leading lady. She appeared in a number of successful plays, including “Arizona” (1900), “The Merry Widow” (1907), and “The Girl from Utah” (1911). She also was noted for appearing in Maude Adams company and for her Shakespearian roles. The IBDb reports that May appeared in 21 Broadway plays between 1894 and 1928. May was also a popular singer. She was married twice. She had a four year marriage to playwright Henry Guy Carleton and a three year marriage to actor John Albaugh Jr. Widowed at 39 years of age, she never married again. Besides being a talented actress, May was known for her beauty. Many consider her to be one of the prettiest of the real photo postcard actresses of her time. Her beauty is evident in this postcard. She appears to be in costume for one of her theatrical roles. Note her intricate headdress. She is posing with a a copy of “The Bystander” magazine. The magazine began publication in 1903 and covered topics such as theater and literay news, politics, and sports. The magazine also included short stories and cartoons. In 1940 the magazine merged with “The Tatler”. This postcard was published by Rotophot and printed in Germany. Also listed as a publisher was Giesen Brothers & Co. (London). The photograph of Olive May seen on this card was taken by Dover Street Studios. (SOLD)
Postcard 2 features Miss May in costume for one of her theatrical roles. Note her intricate headdress. This postcard was published by Rapid Photo as part of the Silverprint Photographic Series (No.3843). It was printed in Great Britain. (SOLD)
Postcard 3 displays the beauty of Olive May. The photograph on this card captures her in costume for one of her theatrical roles. Note her long white gloves. This postcard was published by Raphael Tuck (No.1727S) as part of the “Celebrities of the Stage” series. It was printed in Great Britain. (SOLD)
Postcard 4 features Miss May in costume for one of her theatrical roles. Note her pretty lacey hat and pigtails. This postcard was published by Rapid Photo as part of a series (No.2378). It was printed in Great Britain. The card has a 1905 postmark. (SOLD)
Postcard 5 features Miss May possibly in costume for one of her theatrical roles. Note her long white gloves. Co-starring in this photograph is an adorable little terrier. The dog is sitting on a high stand and Miss May protectively has her hands lightly wrapped around it. The actress was photographed for this card by the esteemed photographer, Alexander Basssano. This postcard was published by Rotary Photo (No.1727S) and was printed in Great Britain. (SOLD)
Postcard 6 features May in costume for one of her theatrical roles. Note her pretty lacey dress and hat. Miss May’s pose is atypical. She is sitting on a barrel/table. She has a wonderful smile. This postcard was published by Rotary Photo as part of a series (No.1727K). It was printed in Great Britain. Olive May’s photograph was taken by Dover Street Studios. (SOLD)
Postcard 7 illustrates May’s beauty. She is in costume for one of her theatrical roles. This postcard was published as part of the “Empire Series” (London). (SOLD)
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MADY CHRISTIANS : GAY STAGE AND FILM ACTRESS : POLITICALLY INVOLVED : FBI : RPPC
Mady Christians (1892-1951) was an Austrian-American actress. She appeared in many films and stage productions, both in Europe and the United States. This photograph captures Christians and two dogs in a scene from the silent film “Zoph und Schwert (Braid and Sword)” (1926). Some of her most notable performances include roles in the films “The Great Dictator” (1940) and “The Shop Around the Corner” (1940). She was also a successful stage actress and appeared in several Broadway productions. Christians was forced to flee Nazi Germany in the 1930s and emigrated to the United States where she continued her acting career. She was an active performer between 1916 and 1951. She was born in Vienna. Her father was a well known German actor. The family moved to Berlin and in 1912 they moved to New York City where her father became the general manager of the Irving Place Theater. In 1917, she returned to Europe to study acting under Max Reinhardt. Before the early 1930’s she appeared in several European films. In 1929, she starred in the first full sound film made in Germany. After touring the United States in a play, she was offered a Broadway contract. While appearing in Broadway she became part of a small and influential group of lesbian theater producers, directors, and actors. Christians became involved in political issues. She worked to help refugees, to gain rights for workers, supported Russian War relief, and was involved in other political issues. Her political work brought her to the attention of the FBI and other anti Communist groups, notably the House Committee on Un-American Activities. The FBI investigated Christians when an informant identified her as a “concealed communist”. The investigation virtually ended her performing career. She passed away in 1951 This card was published by Ross Verlag. The firm operated in Berlin, Germany. Note the mention of the German film company Aafa Film-Regie and the film’s director, Victor Janson in the lower right corner of the image. SOLD
ADORABLE TODDLER ASIDE HER HAPPY DOG : SERAING, BELGIUM : CARTE DE VISITE
This carte de visite features a sweet toddler and his/her adorable dog. The child exhibits a hint of a smile while the dog appears to be displaying a wonderful smile. To say the least, the dog seems happy to be at the photographic studio to pose with his little master. The child is wearing the customary unisex gown that children that age wore during the cdv era. This photograph was taken at the studio of Pierre Buretier in Seraing, Belgium. SOLD
A LITTLE GIRL AND HER DOG ON A BRICK WALL : RETRIEVER : PLAYMATES : RPPC : 1920
This vintage real photo postcard features an adorable little girl sitting on a high brick wall. Her dog has its front paws on the wall and its back feet on top of a dog house. The dog has a long metal chain. I believe the dog is some sort of Retriever. The caption below the image says “Playmates”. Indeed, they were. This postcard was published by W & K of London, England. It is part of a series (No.253). The card has a British stamp and a postmark from 1920. SOLD
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