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Winter Photographic History Auction 2026

Sat, Jan 31, 2026 01:00PM EST
  2026-01-31 13:00:00 2026-01-31 13:00:00 America/New_York Michael Lehr Michael Lehr : Winter Photographic History Auction 2026 https://auction.michaellehrantiques.com/auctions/michael-lehr-antiques/winter-photographic-history-auction-2026-21839
We are pleased to present our Winter Photography Auction, opening January 31 at 1:00 PM Eastern, featuring approximately 270 individual lots spanning the full breadth of 19th- and early 20th-century photography. The sale brings together landmark historical images, rare early photographic processes, and a deep selection of vernacular material created outside the conventions of formal studio portraiture. Collectively, these works offer a direct, unfiltered record of American life, identity, conflict, labor, and memory during photography’s formative century.
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Lot 307

Cabinet Card by Stout, Easton, Pennsylvania, Woman in Bustle Dress

Estimate: $200 - $300
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$100

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Albumen cabinet card portrait made at the Stout studio, 307 Northampton Street, Easton, Pennsylvania, likely 1880s. The sitter is shown from the back, turning slightly toward the camera to emphasize her elaborate bustle and draped overskirt characteristic of late-Victorian dress styles.

Studios occasionally produced reverse-view portraits to highlight fashion details, and this example reflects the era’s interest in structured silhouettes and layered textiles. The patterned backdrop and interior props situate the image firmly within the period’s studio conventions.

Mounted on the original burgundy card with gilt imprint. Moderate edge wear and light spotting to the print, with small abrasions near the lower margin.

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