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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 514

Oversized Boudoir Cabinet Card, D. B. Chase, Santa Fe, Trinidad

Estimate: $200 - $300
Starting Bid
$100

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Albumen oversized boudoir cabinet card photograph measuring approximately 5 x 10 inches, depicting an unidentified bearded gemtleman posed in a studio setting. The subject stands in three-quarter length, wearing a dark coat, waistcoat, and bow tie, with a wide-brimmed hat. He rests one arm on a rustic studio prop resembling a low stone wall entwined with foliage, set against a painted landscape backdrop.

The composition reflects late 19th century studio conventions, combining formal portraiture with scenic elements to suggest an outdoor environment. The subject’s direct gaze and composed stance convey a confident presence, while the detailed textures of the beard, clothing, and prop are clearly rendered in the albumen print.

The mount bears the imprint “D. B. Chase” with “Extra Finish” and locations noted as Trinidad, Colo. and Santa Fe, N.M., indicating the photographer’s regional operation in the American Southwest. A strong oversized format example of Western studio portraiture, with clean presentation and clear studio attribution.

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