Carte De Visite Collection

Abraham Lincoln, signed carte-de-visite, 1864 (vignette, mount, gold-ruled border, ink)
985820 Abraham Lincoln, signed carte-de-visite, 1864 (vignette, mount, gold-ruled border, ink) by Berger, Anthony (fl.1861-65); 10.1x6.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Abraham Lincoln)

Portrait of Charles Ashmead Schaeffer (1843-1898), 1870s. Creator: Purdy & Frear
Portrait of Charles Ashmead Schaeffer (1843-1898), 1870s

Carte-de-visite of Lt. Governor Oscar J. Dunn, 1868-1871. Creator: Unknown
An albumen print carte-de-visite portrait of African-American politician, musician and businessman Oscar J. Dunn. He is photographed standing with his right foot slightly forward than his left

OHIO: FATHER FENWICK, c1870. Bishop Edward Fenwick blessing the first Catholics in Ohio. Carte de visite, c1870

VICTOR HUGO (1802-1885). French man of letters. Original carte-de-visite photograph, c1865

Portrait of a young English woman (Mrs. Hamer)
3568639 Portrait of a young English woman (Mrs. Hamer); (add.info.: Great Britain 1900 ca. Photographer: Edwards John); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Mark Twain, 1869 (b/w photo)
5668958 Mark Twain, 1869 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Mark Twain (1835-1910) in 1869, the same year 'The Innocents Abroad

Samuel P. Carter: brevet major general who served in the Union Army during the American Civil War (b/w photo)
5668974 Samuel P. Carter: brevet major general who served in the Union Army during the American Civil War (b/w photo); (add.info.: Photograph of original carte de visite taken circa 1860. Samuel P)

Studio portrait of young woman wearing chain necklace, c1880-c1889. Creator: Unknown
Studio portrait of young woman wearing chain necklace, c1880-c1889

The Chimney sweep, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
The Chimney sweep, 19th century. Additional title: John King, chimney sweep, shown with gear while singing out his call

Studio portrait of unidentified woman dressed in a rouched jacket and large striped... c1870-c1879. Creator: Unknown
Studio portrait of unidentified woman dressed in a rouched jacket and large striped bow at neck, c1870-c1879

Oval half-figure portrait of unidentified man, c1860-c1869. Creator: Unknown
Oval half-figure portrait of unidentified man, c1860-c1869

Portrait of a Creole gentleman, (1854-1890?). Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Creole gentleman, (1854-1890?)

Portraits of men, Brazil, 1890 (Inferred). Creator: Unknown
Portraits of men, Brazil, 1890 (Inferred)

Barber and client, Brazil, 1890 (Inferred). Creator: Unknown
Barber and client, Brazil, 1890 (Inferred)

Men shaking hands, Brazil, 1890 (Inferred). Creator: Unknown
Men shaking hands, Brazil, 1890 (Inferred)

Market woman, Brazil, (1854-1890?). Creator: Unknown
Market woman, Brazil, (1854-1890?)

Studio portrait of young chimney sweeps, c1870. Creator: J. N. Wilson
Studio portrait of young chimney sweeps, c1870

Studio portrait of unidentified young man, c1870-c1879. Creator: M Stahn
Studio portrait of unidentified young man, c1870-c1879

Studio portrait of unidentified woman holding handkerchief, c1860-c1869. Creator: Sims Photograph Gallery
Studio portrait of unidentified woman holding handkerchief, c1860-c1869

Portrait of seated woman wearing a headwrap, c1870. Creator: Thomas M Saurman
Portrait of seated woman wearing a headwrap, c1870

E. Lewis. Sculptor, c1870-c1879. Creator: Henry Rocher
E. Lewis. Sculptor, c1870-c1879. Additional title: Studio portrait of sculptor Edmonia Lewis

Half--length portrait of unidentified woman wearing wide lace collar, c1880-c1889. Creator: Richmond Photograph Co
Half--length portrait of unidentified woman wearing wide lace collar, c1880-c1889

Full-length portrait of man, with studio props, c1880-c1889. Creator: Richmond Photograph Co
Full-length portrait of man, with studio props, c1880-c1889

Chandler Leeper, c1880-c1889. Creator: Jesse F. Richardson
Chandler Leeper, c1880-c1889. Additional title: Portrait of Chandler Leeper

Robert Douglass, dyeing and cleaning business, Washington, D.C. (c1870-c1879). Creator: M.P. & A.I. Rice
Robert Douglass, dyeing and cleaning business, Washington, D.C. (c1870-c1879)

Kim & Jennie to Laura H. Fredille, 1869. Creator: B. F. Reimer. Kim & Jennie to Laura H. Fredille, 1869. Creator: B. F
Kim & Jennie to Laura H. Fredille, 1869. Additional title: Studio portrait of Kim & Jennie, one standing

Studio portrait of unidentified seated young man, holding cap, c1880-c1889. Creator: A. H. Plecker
Studio portrait of unidentified seated young man, holding cap, c1880-c1889

Full-length studio portrait of unidentified man, c1870-c1879. Creator: C. A. Marston
Full-length studio portrait of unidentified man, c1870-c1879

Market woman, Brazil, 1870-1878. Creator: Henschel & Benque. Market woman, Brazil, 1870-1878
Market woman, Brazil, 1870-1878

Portrait of unidentified young woman with buttoned bodice and band collar, (1880-1889?). Creator: H. A. Insley
Portrait of unidentified young woman with buttoned bodice and band collar, (1880-1889?)

Unidentified young woman wearing gloves, leaning on prop fence, c1880. Creator: H. A. Insley
Unidentified young woman wearing gloves, leaning on prop fence, c1880

Studio portrait of unidentifed young man, seated on prop hay bale, c1870-c1879. Creator: George Wolleston Kirk
Studio portrait of unidentifed young man, seated on prop hay bale, c1870-c1879

C.C.P. c1880-c1889. Creator: Henrici & Garns. C.C.P. c1880-c1889. Creator: Henrici & Garns
C.C.P. c1880-c1889. Additional title: Quarter-length portrait of woman wearing large cross at neck

Three-quarter length portrait of unidentified woman dressed with long-fringed shawl, c1870-c1879. Born Feb. 22, 1791-72, on verso

Portrait of unidentified young woman in plaid dress and hat, c1880-c1889. Creator: Thomas Gates
Portrait of unidentified young woman in plaid dress and hat, c1880-c1889

Studio portrait of John C. Napier, c1863. Creator: Gardner's Gallery
Studio portrait of John C. Napier, c1863

Studio portrait of unidentified man wearing double-breasted jacket, c1870-c1880. Creator: F Wagner & Sons
Studio portrait of unidentified man wearing double-breasted jacket, c1870-c1880

Half-portrait of young woman wearing large lace scarf over plaid bodice, c1880-c1889. Creator: James O Durgan
Half-portrait of young woman wearing large lace scarf over plaid bodice, c1880-c1889

Portrait of young woman wearing patterned dress, with bow at neck, c1860. Creator: Coss & Leach
Portrait of young woman wearing patterned dress, with bow at neck, c1860

Chester, U.S. minister, Liberia, c1870. Creator: David Clark Burnite
Chester, U.S. minister, Liberia, c1870. Additional title: Chester, U.S. minister to Liberia

Full length portrait of unidentified man, c1880-c1889. Creator: Charles Burgess
Full length portrait of unidentified man, c1880-c1889

Centennarian dies suddenly. [Portrait of Emily Holmes of Bridgeport, Conn.], c1890-c1899. Creator: Buell & Seaver
Centennarian dies suddenly. [Portrait of Emily Holmes of Bridgeport, Conn.], c1890-c1899. Additional title: Portrait of Emily Holmes of Bridgeport, Conn

Portrait of older woman, standing, holding bonnet, c1860. Creator: CK Bill
Portrait of older woman, standing, holding bonnet, c1860

Lottie Grimke, c1870-c1879. Creator: Charles Milton Bell
Lottie Grimke, c1870-c1879. Additional title: Studio portrait of Charlotte L. Forten Grimke, pioneer teacher and poet

Half-figure portrait of man wearing bow tie, c1870-c1879. Creator: David Bachrach
Half-figure portrait of man wearing bow tie, c1870-c1879

Daniel Alexander Payne (Bishop Payne), c1860-c1869. Creator: Unknown
Daniel Alexander Payne (Bishop Payne), c1860-c1869. Additional title: Studio portrait of Bishop D. A. Payne

John Gassett, c1870-c1879. Creator: Unknown
John Gassett, c1870-c1879. Additional title: Studio portrait of John Gassett

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"Capturing History: A Glimpse into the World of Carte de Visite" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of carte de visite, a popular form of photographic portraiture during the 19th century. These small, rectangular cards measuring approximately 2. 5 by 4 inches were not just mere photographs; they were windows to a bygone era, offering glimpses into the lives and stories of individuals from various walks of life. One such intriguing portrait is "Waiting for the Hour, " taken in 1863 by an unknown photographer or perhaps William Tolman Carlton himself. This enigmatic image leaves us pondering over who this person was and what they were waiting for – a moment frozen in time forever. Moving forward to the 1870s, we encounter Charles Ashmead Schaeffer through Purdy & Frear's lens. His dignified presence emanates from his portrait, hinting at a man with great accomplishments yet untold tales hidden behind his piercing gaze. The collection also includes fascinating portraits like that of Abraham Lincoln himself – an iconic figure whose signed carte-de-visite transports us back to pivotal moments in American history. The gold-ruled border and ink signature add an air of authenticity to this treasured artifact. Traveling across continents, we witness Bishop Edward Fenwick blessing Ohio's first Catholics in "OHIO: FATHER FENWICK. " This poignant image captures a significant milestone for both religion and community as faith takes root on new soil. Lt. Governor Oscar J. Dunn's carte-de-visite reminds us that these cards weren't solely reserved for prominent figures but also served as mementos capturing everyday individuals who played crucial roles within their communities. Venturing beyond borders, Victor Hugo's original photograph offers insight into the life of this renowned French man of letters during mid-19th century France – a literary giant immortalized on a small piece of paper.