CABINET PHOTOS

MANY MORE CABINET PHOTOS ON OUR MAIN PHOTO WEBSITE: http://pages.tias.com/9314/InventoryPage/1605479/1.html?pageNo=1&catId=Photographica- Photographic_Images-Cabinet Cabinet photos came into being after the Civil War and remained popular until about 1900. Measuring approximately 4.5" x 6.5", they were larger than previous formats which made them easier to enjoy. The larger format also opened up new creative opportunities for the photographs. Early cabinets were mounted on fairly plain cards, but by the 1880's the cards had become more decorative. The later cards often had fancy advertising for the photographer on the back. We enjoy offering original photographs that stand out from the mass of standard portraits. We look for interesting or famous people, fun props or settings, memorable outfits or costumes, or perhaps, historical interest.

Must be the finalists in the Little Bo Peep Pageant of 1888! Girl on right disqualified for moving. 4 x 6 cabinet photo in excellent condition. Done by Parisian Photo Studio. Rochester, NY. $50

1870'S FIRE DEPARTMENT CAPTAIN. NEW BEDFORD, MASS. What a classic image of the 19th century fire captain. This original old cabinet card is in excellent condition with just slight yellowing. Size 4.25 x 6.5". A beauty. $40 (SOLD)

Somebody's great grandfather! Yes, that's a boy. Classic, but creative, late 19th century studio propping. 4 x 6 cabinet photo. Very good condition. Photographer: W.E. Wright, Forest Gate, England. $40

She's now as antique as the "olden time" she was acting out for her photo. This is another classic tableau setting, complete with the great costume and the prop pitcher. 4 x 6 cabinet in excellent condition. Photographer: Wires(?), Lynn Mass. $35...SALE $27.50

BUGLER IN UNIFORM WITH KEPI C.1880’s. We think this is a military cadet. He is wearing a nice wool uniform complete with the stripe on the pants. Photographer: Thomas, Columbia, Mo. Size 4.25” x 6.5". Image is nice and clear with only very slight yellowing. Card has almost no wear. Change of pace military piece. $45