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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 515

Silver Print Photograph, Armed Western Figure with Rifle and Frontier Gear

Estimate: $200 - $300
Starting Bid
$100

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Silver print photograph depicting a bearded man posed in a studio setting, dressed in Western or frontier-style attire and holding a long rifle. The figure stands with a wide-brimmed hat set at an angle, wearing a jacket, vest, and trousers tucked into boots, with a revolver holstered at his side. His stance and direct gaze suggest a deliberate characterization, possibly evoking a hunter, scout, or frontier persona.

At his feet is a carefully arranged grouping of equipment, including a metal kettle, tools, and what appears to be a bedroll or pack secured with straps. A large animal hide or fur is draped over a support beside him, reinforcing the outdoor or hunting theme. The presence of both long gun and flintlock sidearm, along with the assortment of gear, suggests a constructed studio portrait intended to convey rugged self-sufficiency rather than a candid field image.

The backdrop features a painted interior scene with a window, typical of studio photography of the late 19th or early 20th century. The combination of props and attire reflects the period fascination with Western identity and frontier imagery.

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