Subject: Photography

Photograph of an Art Deco mirror. The image shows a mirror in the Art Deco style. The photograph was likely taken around 1910, based on the date provided in the metadata. The location of the photograph is unknown, but it is associated with the Cohen/Hughes collection, based on the metadata.

Billhead from December 1, 1897, issued by David N. Carvalho, advertising his services as an "EXPERT EXAMINER AND PHOTOGRAPHER OF QUESTIONED HANDWRITING." The bill was sent to the District Attorney's Office at 265 Broadway. Carvalho's office and laboratory address is also listed. The billhead notes that David N. Carvalho is the son of Solomon N. Carvalho.

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 depicting a scene from David Belasco's play *May Blossom* at the Madison Square Theatre in New York, New York, on January 13, 1908. The photograph, possibly a publicity piece, is mounted on board. It is noted for being one of the first plays to command $5.00 tickets.

Cabinet photograph of a woman wearing a hat, fur, and gloves. The photograph was taken by Cohen, located at 439 Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, circa 1890. The photograph measures 4 1/4" wide x 6 1/2" tall and is mounted on dark gray.

Carte de visite (CDV) photograph of a Pawnee man, circa 1868. The image depicts a man wrapped in a buffalo robe, holding a bow and two arrows. A single golden eagle tail feather adorns his scalp lock. The photograph bears the imprint of Max Meyer, Dealer in Musical Instruments…Fancy Goods & Cutlery, Omaha, Nebraska. The verso is stamped with the inscription "Pawnee," and the same inscription appears in reverse off-print on the recto. The photograph is likely the work of the Jackson Bros. Studio. Max Meyer was the elder brother of Julius Meyer, whose "Indian Wigwam Emporium" sold Indian artifacts and war trophies, including photographs of Native American clients.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of a man in Odd Fellows regalia, taken by Edward Abraham Kusel in Oroville, California, during the 1870s. The photographer, Edward Abraham Kusel, was an active member of the Odd Fellows. The photograph's reverse side is inscribed: 'E. A. Kusel, Montgomery St., Oroville.' Kusel was a pioneer Jewish settler in northern California's gold country, known for his contributions as a merchant, photographer, and community leader. He imported one of the first sewing machines into California and was instrumental in developing scientifically-based photography methods.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of a young Confederate soldier. The reverse of the photograph features an advertisement for S. Moses & Son, photographers located on Camp Street in New Orleans, Louisiana. The photograph is undated, but likely dates from the American Civil War period (circa 1861-1865).

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of a young girl, taken by Bachrach & Bro. in Baltimore, Maryland. The photograph is undated, but based on the style, it is likely from the late 19th century.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph depicting a bust view of Confederate General Richard S. "Baldy" Ewell. The reverse of the photograph is inscribed "Levy & Cohen...Landscape Photographers; N. W. Corner Ninth & Filbert Street." The image is one of a series taken by Levy & Cohen in Richmond, Virginia in 1865, documenting sites of historical interest during the American Civil War. This specific photograph is exceptionally rare.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of Sophia Sulzberger. The photograph, attributed to Walker, shows a middle-aged woman. A handwritten inscription on the reverse identifies the subject as Sophia Sulzberger; however, the authorship and accuracy of this inscription are uncertain. The photograph was taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Carte-de-visite photograph of the Oroville Courthouse in Butte County, California, circa 1865-1870. The photograph was taken by Edward Abraham Kusel, a pioneer Jewish settler in northern California and prominent photographer. The image depicts the original courthouse building before any additions, erected in August 1856.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph depicting the ruins of Richmond, Virginia, after the American Civil War. Taken by Levy & Cohen in 1865. Shows the U.S. Customs House (Confederate Treasury Department). A revenue stamp is visible on the back. This image is part of a series of at least 33 views of Richmond taken by Levy & Cohen.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph depicting the Treasury Building in Richmond, Virginia, after the Confederate capital's destruction in April 1865. Published by Levy & Cohen, this image is part of their series, "Levy & Cohen's Views of the Rebel Capital and its Environs." The reverse shows a canceled 2-cent stamp. Library of Congress negative #LC-B8184-10380.

An exhibitor's pass to the United States International Exhibition held in Philadelphia in 1876. The pass includes a photograph and was found among the papers of Charles Cohen, whose mother, Mrs. Henry Cohen, was associated with the Committee of Thirteen, which organized an art exhibit at the Centennial celebration.

Original glass magic lantern slide, hand-numbered #1818, by Siegmund Lubin, titled "THE SUN." Features a smiling sun with bright yellow rays. The slide bears Lubin's address, 21 S. 8th Street, Philadelphia. Lubin opened his first optical shop at 237 N. 8th Street in 1885 and moved to 21 S. 8th Street in 1890, where he began making magic lantern slides. Siegmund Lubin was a pioneer in early motion pictures and invented the first practical cineograph. Circa 1890.

A letter from O. A. Crawford to the Gassner & Marx Camera Company in Rochester, New York, dated January 17, 1899. The letter is printed on the company's letterhead, which features a lithograph of a Dayplate camera. The envelope also features the company's lithograph. The letter was sent from Thorntown, Indiana.

Carte-de-visite photograph of the Confederate Treasury Building (now National Bank of Virginia) in Richmond, Virginia, taken by Levy & Cohen in 1865. This image is part of a series documenting the damage to the Confederate capital after the American Civil War. The photograph is matted and mounted on card stock with an informational panel on the back. The image is exceptionally rare; only approximately 20 different views from this series are known to have been sold commercially.

Carte-de-visite photograph depicting the Treasury Building in Richmond, Virginia, after the Confederate capital was spared from the flames of April 3, 1865. Published by Levy & Cohen of Philadelphia, this image is part of their series, "Levy & Cohen's Views of the Rebel Capital and its Environs." A cancelled two-cent stamp appears on the reverse.

Leather-bound album containing a dozen or more cabinet cards and carte-de-visites (CDVs), predominantly from the 1860s, featuring the Levy family and photographs by prominent New Orleans photographers. The album includes images with New Orleans backstamps (many from Jewish photographers), photographs from Germany and Texas, and inscriptions indicating a presentation in New Orleans in 1865. The album contains biographical notes on several photographers, including S. Moses & Sons and Edward Jacobs.

A stereoscopic photograph depicting a steamboat at a dock, featuring well-dressed white and black individuals. The back of the photograph is stamped "J. G. Mangold, Portrait & Landscape Artist, Hickman & Kimberly Block, Palatka, Florida." The photograph was likely taken after the great fire of 1884 in Palatka, as J.G. Mangold, a resident photographer, documented the aftermath of the fire. The photograph's creation is estimated to be circa 1880, based on the information provided. Additional genealogical information about J.G. Mangold's family is included in the archival description.

A photograph of the Hess Brothers department store located on Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The photograph, dated circa 1905, is described as the "best available" image of the store. The image is part of the M Collection, located in Ms. Coll. 1410, Box 8, Folder 33.

Carte-de-visite photograph depicting Richmond, Virginia in ruins after the Civil War. The photograph, part of a series documenting the aftermath of the war, was taken by the firm Levy & Cohen, located at the northwest corner of Ninth and Filbert Streets, Philadelphia. The image shows the 'Burnt District' of Richmond. Levy & Cohen, a partnership of two Jewish photographers, toured Richmond in the summer of 1865 and captured at least 33 different views of the city. This particular photograph is exceptionally rare, with only a limited number of surviving examples. Published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, approximately 1865.

A photograph depicting the grocery distribution center of Sears. The image is described as a "great colored picture." The photograph dates from circa 1910 and is associated with Julius Rosenwald. The photograph's geographic location is Chicago, Illinois.

Photograph of Temple Israel. The exact date is unknown, but based on contextual clues is presumed to be circa 1910. The photograph is part of the M collection, located in Ms. Coll. 1410, Box 6, Folder 39. The image shows Temple Israel.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of the Jewish Cemetery on Ocean House Road in San Francisco, California. The verso of the photograph is titled "468. Jewish Cemetery, Ocean House Road" and includes a cancelled two-cent revenue stamp dated September 10, 1868. A similar photograph exists in the Library of Congress collection, dating to 1866.

A photograph depicting the Jewish Sanatorium for Incurables. The hospital is prominently featured in the foreground. The image was likely taken around January 1, 1926.

Photograph depicting the ghetto in New York City. The photograph's date is estimated to be January 1, 1909, based on metadata provided by the donor. The image is part of the M Collection, located in Ms. Coll. 1410, Box 6, Folder 40. Geographic location is New York City, New York.

Collection of over fifty original snapshots depicting scenes in Israel circa 1945-1948. Subjects include immigrants arriving by truck, Arab individuals, tent camps, individuals possibly including Weizmann and Herzl, military personnel, children, and various other scenes.

A group of eight photographs depicting scenes of settlers. The photographs are dated 1/1/1947. The geographic location is Texas.

A postcard depicting an unknown scene. This is one of three in a set and was sold for 25 cents. The exact date of creation and publishing information are unknown. The postcard is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection, housed in Box 3, Folder 16.

Single page from the periodical *Judge*, published in New York, New York, on January 1, 1902. The page features an article titled "Secretary Hay's Note and the Jewish Question" and includes five unflattering photographs of Jews in New York City. The article exhibits antisemitic sentiments.

Stereoscopic photograph depicting a Jewish individual in Jerusalem, circa 1900. The photograph is part of a larger collection of Judaica Americana.

This trade card advertises J. L. Greenbaum, a photographer located at 217 South Third Street in Louisville, Kentucky. The front of the card features a photograph of a woman standing in front of a clock. The back of the card includes a full advertisement and highlights Greenbaum as the sole agent for the Rochester Photo Press advertising cards.

This trade card advertises L. Levin & Son, photographers located at 910 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a comical, drunken man. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the services of Louis E. Levy, a general outdoor photographer. The front of the card features a stylized image of a camera lens on a black background. The back of the card provides more information about the business, including the address: 622, and Levy's specialization as a publisher of 'Levy's Photographic Advertising Albums.'

This trade card advertises Moses, a photographer in New Orleans, Louisiana. The card is easel-shaped and features a scene with a hose, boat, and mountains. On the back is a list of photographers in New Orleans. This card was in an exhibit at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati during 2005.

This trade card advertises Blessing & Bro., a photographic supply firm in Galveston, Texas. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a charming scene of puppies watching their mother kill a rat. The style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card (Image 2) features a full advertisement for Blessing & Bro., listing their services including frames, albums, and photographic apparatus. The address, 117 Market Street, is visible on the front of the card.

Trade card advertising Daisies, a business offering pictures and frames, located at 614 Fulton Avenue. The card is estimated to date from circa 1885. The card's geographic location is New York, NY, based on the address.