Michael Lehr Antiques
Live Auction

Spring Photographic History Auction

Sat, May 3, 2025 01:00PM EDT
Lot 205

Stereo Tintype Man Outside Frame House Under Construction

Estimate: $100 - $200

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$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
Uncommon 3.75" x 4" stereoview tintype showing an early American neighborhood scene with a man standing outside a simple frame house, likely under construction or renovation. The foreground man, dressed in a vest and shirt sleeves, appears to be posing proudly, possibly the builder or homeowner. The siding, exposed foundation, and building materials scattered around the porch point to a work-in-progress.

Behind him, we see more modest homes extending down the street, giving a rare glimpse of post-Civil War residential expansion in what may be a developing town or settlement. The image is sharp and clear with stereo alignment—when viewed with a proper stereoscope, the depth and dimensionality really bring the scene to life.

Stereo tintypes like this, especially showing vernacular architecture and working-class subjects outdoors, are far scarcer than studio scenes. A great piece for collectors of early American life, construction history, or stereo photography.

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