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Anonymous American Photographer
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Anonymous American Photographer
- STREET SCENE WITH E. A. SQUIRE DRY GOODS STORE AND WAGON, WINSTED, CONNECTICUT
- daguerreotype
half-plate daguerreotype, cased, 1850s
Condition
This half-plate daguerreotype is in very good condition, and delivers a great amount of detail throughout. When examined closely, some very minor and small greenish accretions can be seen on the plate. These are not obtrusive and, indeed, can only be properly seen under magnification.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The lettering on the side of the wagon in this daguerreotype advertises Hubbard and Douglas, Mad River Mills, Winsted, as purveyors of coffee and spices. The newspaper office of the Winsted Herald is located on the second floor of the wood frame building that also houses E. A. Squire's New Dry Goods Store.