The boys were out on the town and decided to go to Mr Lindahl’s studio on Tacoma Avenue to have their portrait taken. They were very close friends and wanted to have a record of their comradery. Maybe that is exactly how these four boys ended up in the photographers studio the day that this image was taken. The young men in this picture look like they knew how to have fun. In fact, they seem to have enjoyed posing for their photograph. The boys are well dressed and exude an air of excitement and mischievousness. The photographer’s imprint, appears cleanly at the bottom of the mount. John Conrad Lindahl was active in Tacoma between 1892 and 1906. This photograph is mounted on a dark studio card with a thin decorative border framing the image. The tones remain rich, with good contrast and clarity in facial features and clothing details. The photograph has light edge and corner wear. The back of the photo shows toning and handling wear, with a small old handwritten price notation. There are no creases or cracks present. Overall, this vintage photograph is in very good antique condition (see scans). The photograph measures about 5″ x 7″.
This cabinet card is available for purchase at The History Peddler for $35.00 at auction
Interested collectors may view the listing here:
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