This cabinet card portrait features a photograph of adorable triplets. However, it is possible that these are three images of the same child. I see differences between the three children’s faces and hair. What are your thoughts? This photograph was taken by the Hugo Schwichtenberg studio located in Pomona, California. Schwichtenberg (1867-1938) was American born but of German heritage. After about eight years of working as a travelling photographer up and down the Pacific coast, he came to Pomona in 1893 and established his studio. He experience much success in his business there. It is interesting to note that Schwichtenberg’s interest in photography began when he was young. At age twelve, he constructed a wet plate camera. He gained his photography knowledge from self study. His father was not a photographer but was instead a member of the ministry. SOLD
THE CABINET CARD GALLERY 