Winter Photographic History Auction
Sat, Jan 25, 2025 01:00PM EST
Lot 186
CDV of Ed Field, Virginia, Nevada Killed in a Mining Accident
Estimate: $100 - $200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
A poignant Carte de Visite portrait of Ed Field, taken on July 7, 1870, by the esteemed J.C. Brewster & Co., Virginia City, Nevada. This striking image presents Field in formal attire, captured just months before his tragic demise. Inscribed on the reverse, the notation reads: "Killed in the Savage Shaft, Sunday morning, March 19, 1871."
This CDV not only offers a glimpse into the somber history of mining life but also serves as a tangible connection to the perilous conditions faced by miners during the Comstock Lode era. The Savage Shaft, a renowned mine in Virginia City, underscores the dangers of 19th-century mining endeavors.
A rare piece of Western Americana, steeped in historical significance, this CDV captures a personal story within the broader narrative of Nevada’s mining legacy.
This CDV not only offers a glimpse into the somber history of mining life but also serves as a tangible connection to the perilous conditions faced by miners during the Comstock Lode era. The Savage Shaft, a renowned mine in Virginia City, underscores the dangers of 19th-century mining endeavors.
A rare piece of Western Americana, steeped in historical significance, this CDV captures a personal story within the broader narrative of Nevada’s mining legacy.
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