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Up for sale is a fantastic collection of 22 original vintage black-and-white snapshots dating back to September 1919. This cohesive lot features a wonderful mix of historical locations, unique transport, and personal daily life from over a century ago, all originating from a single family collection.
Highlights Include:
Chicago Landmarks: Several outdoor park, fountain, and lagoon scenes explicitly labeled "Lincoln Park, Sept 1919" and "Lily Pond, Lincoln Park 1919".
Chicago Architecture: A clear street-view shot of an old home/storefront labeled "4426 Broadway, Chicago".
Historical Transit: A great shot of a multi-deck river steamboat/houseboat on the water.
Portraits & Social History: Candid snapshots of everyday people posing outside rustic cabins, wooden homes, sitting by the waterfront, and women sharing a social drink. Includes a piece captioned "Mrs. Libby & Self Sept 1919".
Size & Dimensions: 21 snapshots measure approximately 2.5" x 1.75". 1 snapshot is larger, measuring exactly 3.25" x 2.25".
Condition Note: These are genuine antique items over 100 years old. They were carefully removed from an estate scrapbook album. The front images remain clear and crisp with beautiful vintage contrast. Interestingly, they showcase a mix of authentic period finishes (some have a traditional shiny/glossy coating, while others feature a soft matte finish).
The reverse sides feature heavy black paper backing and old adhesive residue from the album pages, along with original period photofinisher processing stamps (including order batch numbers like "827"). Please review all photos closely to evaluate condition details.
Perfect for ephemera collectors, history buffs, junk journaling, altered art projects, or historic display! Will be shipped securely in a rigid mailer to prevent bending.
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Photograph Lot Format: Black & White (B&W)
Snapshot Year of Production: 1919
Theme: History, Americana, Architecture, Transportation, Daily Life
Region of Origin: Chicago, Illinois / Mid-West USA
Unit of Sale: Lot of 22 original vintage prints
