San Francisco City Hall Stereoview 1906 B. W. Kilburn Earthquake For Sale
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San Francisco City Hall Stereoview 1906 B. W. Kilburn Earthquake: $24.99
This antique stereoview card presents a compelling 3D image of the \"Main Front of the City Hall, just before the Earthquake, San Francisco.\" The stereograph, bearing the view number 16878, captures the grandeur of the San Francisco City Hall prior to the devastating 1906 earthquake, offering a unique historical perspective. The detailed architectural features of the building, including its prominent dome and columns, are clearly visible, along with street scenes and pedestrians, providing a vivid glimpse into early 20th-century San Francisco.Published by B. W. Kilburn of Littleton, N. H., and distributed by James M. Davis of New York City and St. Louis, Mo., this stereoview is a testament to the era of 3D photography. The card features a curved mount, a common format for stereoviews from this period, designed to enhance the immersive 3D viewing experience when used with a stereoscope. The copyright date of 1906 by B. W. Kilburn is prominently printed, authenticating its historical context as a significant collectible for enthusiasts of stereoscopic photography, San Francisco history, and early 20th-century Americana.
