Antique CDV Circa Abdullah Freres Handsome Men Sedan Chair Quebec
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Antique CDV Circa Abdullah Freres Handsome Men Sedan Chair Quebec

$149.99 USD

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Condition
Used
Category
Photographs
Location
Wichita, Kansas, US
Shipping
Shipping: $5.99 USD
Item ID
v1|398015967402|0
Specifics

Item details

Size
2.5 x 4 in
Type
Photograph
Year
Unknown
Theme
History
Finish
Matte
Format
Carte de Visite (CDV)
Signed
No
Antique
Yes
Framing
Unframed
Subject
Men
Vintage
Yes
Features
One of a Kind (OOAK)
Material
Cardboard
Unit Type
Unit
Image Color
Sepia
Photographer
Abdulah Freres
Unit of Sale
Single Unit
Unit Quantity
1
Country of Origin
United States
Image Orientation
Portrait
Number of Photographs
1
Time Period Manufactured
1850-1899
Original/Licensed Reprint
Original
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
Description

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Antique CDV Circa Abdullah Freres Handsome Men Sedan Chair Quebec

This striking CDV captures a group of handsome men gathered around a traditional sedan chair, showcasing a fascinating moment of 19th-century transport. Attributed to the renowned Abdullah Freres, the composition offers a rare glimpse into the social dynamics and attire of the era. The scene likely originates from a visit to Quebec, blending Middle Eastern photographic expertise with North American colonial settings.

Collectors of antique portraiture will value this piece for its unique connection to the Abdullah Freres studio, known for their work in the Ottoman Empire. Circa the 1860s or 1870s, this photograph serves as a significant historical document linking international travelers to the rugged charm of Quebec. It is an essential acquisition for those documenting early transportation and global photography history.

A remarkable study of these handsome men and their sedan chair.
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