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May Vernacular Photo History Auction

Wed, May 6, 2026 11:00AM EDT
  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 185

Artist Group with Large Drawing of Child CDV

Estimate: $100 - $200
Starting Bid
$50

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Albumen carte de visite photograph showing a group of four adults posed outdoors around a large mounted drawing of a child’s portrait. One man stands behind the board holding it upright while three figures, including two women and a seated man, are arranged in front. The seated man wears a watch chain and formal suit, while the women wear patterned dresses and hats. The large sketch includes additional small humorous drawings near the lower edge.

The scene appears to depict an artistic group or studio gathering, likely associated with drawing or painting instruction. The informal outdoor setting and prominently displayed artwork suggest a vernacular record of artists or students posed with their work.

Published by L. E. Walker of Warsaw, New York, noted on the mount verso as a publisher of stereoscopic views and cabinet portraits. The card also advertises Chautauqua Lake scenery as a specialty.

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