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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 310

Cabinet card Capt. A. H. Bogardus & Sons, Champion Shooters

Estimate: $200 - $300
Starting Bid
$150

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Albumen cabinet card portrait of Capt. Adam H. Bogardus with three of his sons, photographed at Eisenmann’s Bowery studio. The group is shown with their rifles and wearing multiple shooting medals and cartridge belts, underscoring their prominence on the exhibition and competitive trap-shooting circuit.

Bogardus (1834–1913) was one of the most recognized American wing shots of the late 19th century, touring widely and performing with William F. Cody’s “Buffalo Bill” organizations. His sons often appeared alongside him in tournaments and exhibitions, and portraits of all four together are notably scarce.

Printed studio imprint along the lower mount. The image shows general toning and scattered spotting but retains good clarity across the sitters and their equipment.

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