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May Vernacular Photo History Auction

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  2026-05-06 11:00:00 2026-05-06 11:00:00 America/New_York Michael Lehr Michael Lehr : May Vernacular Photo History Auction https://auction.michaellehrantiques.com/auctions/michael-lehr-antiques/may-vernacular-photo-history-auction-22757
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Lot 388

Albino Man with Exceptional White Hair – Wesner Los Angeles

Estimate: $300 - $500
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Albumen cabinet card portrait of an albino man shown seated, wearing a formal coat, waistcoat, white shirt, and bow tie. His hair is extremely full and light in tone, extending broadly around the head in a dramatic halo-like presentation. Facial hair consists of a light mustache.

Photographer’s imprint at lower mount reads “Wesner, 127 W. First St., Los Angeles, Cal.” Reverse blank with later pencil notation. Mount and imprint place the photograph in late 19th century Los Angeles.

A striking California studio portrait of an albino subject, with pronounced hair display typical of exhibition, medical curiosity, or promotional photography. Strong Western cabinet card example.

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