Albumen photograph on boudoir mount depicting a residential structure identified as the Sutro Ranch House, with photographer’s imprint for J. H. Crockwell, Virginia City, Nevada. The mount and imprint style are consistent with late 19th century western studio production. The verso imprint reads “From Studio of J. H. Crockwell, Photographer,” with address at 28 South C Street, Virginia City, Nevada.

The image shows the wood-frame house build by Adolph Sutro in the 1870s set behind a picket fence, partially obscured by a row of trees across the front yard. At left, three men sit or lean along the fence line, while two additional figures stand at an open gate near the central walkway. The structure includes a front porch, visible chimney, and multi-pane windows, with the trees casting layered shadows across the façade.

The verso includes a full studio advertisement for Crockwell, noting “All Classes of Copying & Enlarging Done” and “Viewing a Specialty,” along with “Nevada, California & Utah Views for Sale.” Additional handwritten text reads “Geo. R. Ward. Picture of Sutro Ranch House. Taken about 1880 or 1890,” with small pen sketches along the left margin.