Subject: Cabinet photographs

A cabinet card photograph of Solomon Stein, taken in New York, New York on October 3, 1907. The photograph appears to be a police mug shot, noting that Stein was arrested for burglary. Additional information indicates he was born in Russia and used the alias "Nigger".

Cabinet card photograph depicting a family and their dog posing in front of Levy's One Price Store in New York, New York. The photograph's reverse features a stamp indicating it was produced by the N.Y. Photograph Co. The image is dated circa 1890.

A sepia-toned cabinet photograph by Benjamin J. Falk, depicting actor Frederick Solomon in theatrical costume. Solomon is shown standing against a stone background, dressed in a tunic, breeches, and belt with pouches, holding a ring of keys and a single key, looking upwards. The bottom left of the card mount features the photographer's name "Falk" and address "949 BROADWAY, N.Y." printed in decorative red script, typical of the period.

A sepia-toned cabinet photograph depicting the second building of Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, New York. The impressive building features a grand Second Empire architectural style with mansard roofs, dormer windows, and ornate facades. The foreground shows a dirt road with scattered rocks, suggesting ongoing construction or development around the hospital. The verso of the card identifies it as part of a "New Series of Cabinet Photographs" from 1874-75, published by G. W. Thorne at 60 and 62 Nassau Street, near Maiden Lane, New York. The verso also lists other notable New York City landmarks and destinations available in Thorne's photographic series.

Cabinet photograph taken by Louis Heller circa 1880s. The photograph's verso is marked "Louis Heller Photographer, Fort Jones, Siskiyou Co California." Heller (1839-1928), a Jewish photographer born in Germany, immigrated to the United States and worked in New York City before settling in Northern California around 1862. He was known for his photographs of the Modoc War. This image is from the collection of Judaica Americana.

Cabinet photograph of a religious Jewish man, approximately 60 years of age. The photograph was taken by M. Yogg of 162 Springfield Avenue, Newark, New Jersey. Date is unknown.

Cabinet photograph of Adolph Klauber Sr. (1826-1891), taken by Voorhees in St. Louis, Missouri, circa 1885. Klauber is buried in the New Mount Sinai Cemetery in St. Louis, Missouri. The photograph's description notes that he was the brother of E. Klauber, who moved to Louisville, Kentucky in 1853, and that Adolph served as a trustee of Congregation Adath Israel for over five decades.

Cabinet photograph depicting David Cohen and his family riding donkeys. The background includes a Victorian-style house, what appears to be tents, and mountains. Handwritten on the back: 'Dave Cohen and family'. The photograph dates to the 1890s.

Cabinet photograph of David Levy Yulee, an American politician from Florida and the first Jewish member of the United States Senate. The photograph is undated, but likely dates from circa 1860 based on his appearance and life events. The photograph is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection.

Cabinet photograph of General Ulysses S. Grant's tomb, taken by David Nunes Carvalho shortly after the interment on August 8, 1885. The photograph measures 16.5 cm x 10.8 cm and shows a crack at the left upper edge.

Cabinet photograph of L.J. Levisohn (possibly Lewisohn), taken in Portland, Oregon in October 1886. The photograph is inscribed on the back: "Dedicated to my friend Messrs. S. Solis Cohen by L.J. Levisohn (Lewisohn?) born in Hamburg, Germany, July 1818…photographed in Portland, Oregon///Oct. 1886." The sitter appears to be a distinguished man of approximately 68 years of age.

Cabinet card photograph depicting buildings in Navasota, Texas, circa 1875. The image shows M. Levy's grocery and dry goods store, a hotel with Dreher & Holly business below, and other buildings on the corner of 10th and Washington Streets. The photograph was taken by Wilson & Parks, Navasota, Texas. The reverse of the card includes handwritten notations identifying the location.

Cabinet photograph of Major Alfred Mordecai, a prominent ordnance officer in the United States Army. The photograph, taken by Pach Brothers in New York City and West Point, New York, circa 1850s, depicts Mordecai in his military uniform. An accompanying piece of paper reads "Professor of Ordinance and Germany."

Cabinet photograph of the Fairplay Baseball Club in Fairplay, Colorado, circa 1890s. The photograph shows a bust view of the team in uniform, featuring Louis Cohen as catcher and Celsius Link as pitcher. Louis Cohen was the son of Samuel Cohen, a successful Jewish proprietor of a general store in Fairplay.

Cabinet photograph of a silver Torah breastplate, taken by Martin & Son, 245 Commercial Rd., London, England, circa 1885. The photograph was sent to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as part of a set of nine photographs, a drawing, and an envelope. Handwritten notes on the back of the photograph indicate the weight and price of the breastplate, suggesting it was part of a sales inquiry.

Cabinet photograph depicting a silver Torah breastplate, offered for sale by Martin & Son of London, England. The photograph, circa 1885, was sent to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Handwritten on the back are details regarding the weight and price of the breastplate. This is one of nine photographs in a collection that also includes a drawing and a fragment of the original envelope.

Cabinet photograph and hand drawing of a Torah crown (approximately 40-45 ounces), sent in an envelope from Martin & Son, 245 Commercial Rd., London, England, to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1885. This is one of nine cabinet photographs and a drawing sent to Rabbi Morais, possibly related to an inquiry about purchasing ritual objects.

Cabinet photograph depicting a silver Torah crown, taken by Martin & Son of London, England, circa 1885. The photograph was sent to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, possibly as part of a sales inquiry. This is one of nine cabinet photographs, a drawing, and an envelope included in the collection. The photographs may depict new English ritual objects or earlier Continental pieces.

Cabinet photograph depicting silver finials for a Torah, taken by Martin & Son of London, England, circa 1885. The photograph was sent to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as part of a set of nine photographs, a drawing and an envelope, possibly related to an inquiry to purchase ritual objects. Handwritten on the back is "NO. 3".

Cabinet photograph of silver finials for a Torah, taken by Martin & Son at 245 Commercial Rd., London, England, circa 1885. This photograph, part of a set of nine, was sent to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, possibly as part of a sales inquiry. The images show ritual objects, and further research is needed to determine their origin and age.

Cabinet photograph depicting silver finials for a Torah, offered for sale by Martin & Son, 245 Commercial Road, London, England. The photograph, part of a set of nine, includes handwritten notes on the back indicating item number, weight (70), and price (£1.1 per ounce). The set was sent circa 1885 to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, likely as part of an inquiry to purchase ritual objects.

Cabinet photograph depicting silver finials for a Torah, likely taken by Martin & Son of London, England, circa 1885. The photograph, part of a collection sent to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, includes handwritten notations indicating weight and price in pounds sterling. The photograph suggests a potential inquiry for purchase.

Cabinet photograph depicting silver finials for a Torah. The photograph, taken by Martin & Son of 245 Commercial Road, London, was sent to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1885. Handwritten information on the back indicates the item's number, weight (33), and price (24 pounds). This is one of nine cabinet photographs, a drawing, and an envelope forming part of a larger correspondence.

Cabinet photograph depicting Ulysses S. Grant's tomb in New York City, New York, with soldiers guarding it. Taken by David Nunes Carvalho shortly after the interment in August 1885. The photograph is embossed with the Grant Monument Association logo. Measures approximately 6 1/4 x 4 inches. Shows a crack at the left upper edge.

Cabinet photograph depicting the storefront of W. & I. Steinhart & Co. in San Francisco, California, circa 1885. The image shows the building's exterior with five men in suits and hats. Painted signs advertising "Clothing" and other goods are visible on the columns. The photograph measures 7 inches by 4 1/2 inches and shows some signs of wear, including chipping, corner damage, creasing, and bending.

This cabinet photograph, taken circa 1890, depicts the headstone of William Tinsley at Gettysburg National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The inscription on the headstone reads "WILLIAM TINSLEY CO. F. 5. CAV.", indicating his service in Company F of the 5th Cavalry. The image shows the headstone surrounded by grass and is mounted on a gray card, typical of the cabinet photo format.

A cabinet card photograph depicting a bustling street scene during a parade in Sioux City, Iowa. The image prominently features the storefront of the Iowa Clothing Co., with its advertising signs visible. The street is filled with crowds of spectators, a fancy float pulled by horses, American patriotic flags, and what appears to be a music brass band, indicating a festive event. The scene captures the lively atmosphere of a late 19th-century public celebration.