Knowlton, Willis

February 16, 2026Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Benjamin F. Popkins, Daguerreotypist, Elmira New York, Erskine C. Ely, Greenfield Massachusetts, Melainotypist, Photographer, Popkins & Knowltonpioneeramericanphotographers

1857-1860 Corner of Main and Federal Streets, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

1859 Address Unknown, Athol Depot, Massachusetts.

1860 Address Unknown, Greenfield, Massachusetts.[1]

1860 2 Main Street, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

N. D.-1866 Address Unknown, Elmira, New York.

1858 May 10. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) May 10, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3479, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 9, P. 3.

Having disposed of my business as Daguerrean Artist and Photographer, to Mr. Willis Knowlton, who has been connected with me for the past year, I take great pleasure in recommending him to my numerous patrons, and in assuring them that they will find him prompt, courteous and skillful, and thoroughly acquainted with the business in all its parts. E. C. Ely.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

1858 May 10. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) May 10, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3479, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 9, P. 3.

Having disposed of my business as Daguerrean Artist and Photographer, To Mr. Willis Knowlton, who has been connected with me for the past year, I take great pleasure in recommending him to my numerous patrons, and in assuring them that they will find him prompt, courteous and skillful, and thoroughly acquainted with the business in all its parts. E. C. Ely.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

1858 May 17. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) May 17, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3480, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 10, P. 3.

Married. In this town, May 15, at St. James’ Church, by Rev. Mr. Flint, Willis Knowlton to Mrs. Mary H. Holton.

1858 May 17. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) May 17, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3480, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 10, P. 3.

Something New. The subscriber has purchased Ely’s Photographic Gallery and new christened it the Franklin Photographic Gallery, corner of Main and Federal streets, Greenfield, Mass.

Sphereotypes, patented by Bisby & Day, Columbus, Ohio. They can be obtained (only) of the subscriber, who has the patent right for the county of Franklin.

Melainotypes, patented by Hamilton L. Smith, Gambler, Ohio. For setting in lockets, pins, seals, &c., it has no equal.

Photographs, taken on paper or canvas, plain or colored. Oil, water or dry colors.

Patent Ambrotypes, put up in the most durable style and at prices that will not fail to suit the most economical.

Daguerreotypes, taken as usual at the old stand over Thayer’s Clothing Store.

Sick or deceased persons attended at private residences.

Instruction given in the art on reasonable terms.

The public generally and the ladies particularly are requested to examine my circular and learn from it the superior advantages this gallery possesses and the new style of pictures I am prepared to furnish. Willis Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from May 17, 1858 to January 31, 1859.

1858 June 28. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) June 28, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3486, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 16, P. 3.

Patent Ambrotypes And Patent Sphereotypes Are the only durable pictures made upon glass. They can be obtained of Knowlton at the Franklin Photographic Gallery only, as he has the patent rights for Franklin County. He puts up the best picture for the least money and warrants them. Photographs made as usual. Call at his rooms over A. T. Thayer’s Clothing Store and examine specimens. Willis Knowlton.

N. B.—Beware of imitations.

Advertisement ran from June 28, 1858 to January 3, 1859.

1859 February 7. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) February 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3518, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 48, P. 3.

N. B. The undersigned have formed a copartnership under the name and firm of Popkins & Knowlton, for the purpose of carrying on the Photographic business in its several departments. The patronage of the public is respectfully solicited. B. F. Popkins, Willis Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from February 7 to 21, 1859.

1859 February 7. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) February 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3518, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 48, P. 3.

Popkins Again in the Field!! B. F. Popkins has returned from the South and associated himself with Mr. Willia Knowlton, at the Gallery corner of Main and Federal streets, where he will be happy to see all his old friends and the public generally,—especially those who desire Superior Likenesses, either by the Ambrotype, Photograph, Daguerreotype, or any other style known in Photography.

All work executed at this establishment will be done in the most artistic and perfect manner, and warranted to give satisfaction. Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from February 7 to 21, 1859.

1859 April 25. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) April 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3529, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 7, P. 3.

Gems of Art. The Colored Photographs produced at the Franklin Photographic Gallery by Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from April 25 to May 9, 1859

1859 April 25. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) April 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3529, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 7, P. 3.

Frames, &c. The undersigned have just received the most extensive assortment of Frames, Cases, &c., For Photographs, ever offered to the inhabitants of this county, to which they invite especial attention.

Prices to please all. Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from April 25 to May 2, 1859.

1859 July 4. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) July 4, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3539, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 17, P. 3.

Athol Depot.—Popkins & Knowlton of this town, have opened a Daguerrean establishment at Athol Depot. As they are well known and superior artists, they cannot fail of receiving a large share of business.

1859 July 25. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) July 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3542, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 20, P. 3.

Photographs.—Popkins & Knowlton, who are noted for the excellency and life like appearance of their Photographs, Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, have recently taken excellent Photograph likenesses of Rev. Dr. Chandler and Rev. P. C. Headley of this town and have printed large numbers of the same to meet the demand from the friends of these clergymen. Of Dr. Chandler’s Photograph we understand that 150 copies have already been disposed of. Mr. Lucis Nims took 100 copies to distribute among the friends of Dr. Chandler. Messrs Popkins & Knowlton have also a room at Athol Depot and those of our readers in that vicinity who are in want of correct likenesses of themselves or friends will find that those of P. & K. surpass everything else in their line.

1859 October 24. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) October 24, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3555, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 33, P. 3.

Notice. The Co-partnership heretofore existing under the name of Popkins & Knowlton, is dissolved, this day, by mutual consent. All persons having claims against the firm are requested to present them, and all those indebted are respectfully solicited to make immediate payment. B. F. Popkins, Willis Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from October 24 to November 7, 1859.

1859 November 7. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) November 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3557, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 35, P. 3.

New Arrangements At the Franklin Photographic Gallery.—Photographs, Ambrotypes, &c. &c., cheaper and better than ever.

Photographs taken from any other pictures or from life and colored with water, oil or dry colors, by one of the best artists in Boston, with whom I have made arrangements to do my coloring, specimens of which may be seen at this gallery.

A new lot of Locket Cases, Frames, &c., just received. All work done with dispatch and warranted to give entire satisfaction in all cases. William Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from November 7, 1859 to January 16, 1860.

1860 January 2. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) January 2, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3565, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 43, P. 1.

Business Directory of Greenfield Village for 1860.

Willis Knowlton, Daguerreotype, Ambrotype and Photograph Gallery, No. 2 Main street, up stairs.

B. F. Popkins, Daguerrean Rooms, Pierce’s Block, Main street, up stairs.

1860 January 23. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) January 23, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3568, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 46, P. 2.

E. C. Ely and B. F. Popkins have purchased of Willis Knowlton, The Photographic Gallery, formerly owned by Mr. Ely, at the corner of Main and Federal Streets. They have good reputations as artists.

1862 October 13. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) October 13, 1862, Gazette—Vol. LXXI, No. 3710, Courier—Vol. XXV, No. 32, P. 2.

Camp Miller…E. C. Ely has a daguerrean saloon upon the grounds, and Willis Knowlton one opposite the gate of the grounds.

1866 December 31. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) December 31, 1866, Gazette—Vol. 75, No. 3929, Courier—Vol. 29, No. 44, P. 2.

Willis Knowlton, formerly of this town, lost his Photograph Gallery in a fire at Elmira, N. Y., where he now resides, on the 23d. His loss was $2,000; insured $1,000.

1867 January 14. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) January 14, 1867, Gazette—Vol. 75, No. 3931, Courier—Vol. 29, No. 46, P. 2.

Willis Knowlton, formerly on this town and Ashfield, writes us that he lost by the late fire at Elmira, N. Y., where he now resides, $8, 500, with only $1,000 insurance. He lost in his daguerrean gallery $3, 500 and in photograph stock store he kept, $4, 700, together with many other things not connected with his business.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

Knowles, Lucius James

February 15, 2026DaguerreotypesDaguerreotypist, Lucius James Knowles, Wood & Knowles, Worcester Massachusettspioneeramericanphotographers

1842 Main Street corner Central, 6 Stone Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.[1]

1842-1844 Brinley Row, Worcester, Massachusetts.¹

1841 May 26. Christian Reflector. (Worcester, Massachusetts.) May 26, 1841, Vol. 4, No. 21, Whole No. 152, P. 3.

Married: In Shrewsbury, 13^th inst. by Rev. Dr. Bates of Northboro, Mr. Lucius J. Knowles to Miss Eliza A Adams both of S.

1842 March. The Worcester Historical Society Publications. (Worcester, Massachusetts.) New Series Vol. I, No. 8, p. 437.

In March 1842, the firm of Wood and [James] Knowles succeeded to the business of Mr. [G.] Evans, which they continued in the same location until June of that year, when Mr. Wood retired and Mr. Knowles removed to Brinley Row, where he carried on the business under the name of the “Worcester Photographic Apparatus Manufacturing and Daguerreotype Rooms.” It may be a matter of surprise to those not already acquainted with the fact, to learn that this was Mr. Lucius J. Knowles, afterwards so well known as one of the founders of the Knowles Loom Works. “Miniatures taken in any weather, in a style that is more accurate than a painting, and finer than any steel engraving, set in neat Morocco Cases, Frames, or Gold Lockets, and warranted to give perfect satisfaction. Persons wishing for likenesses of themselves or of their friends cannot do better than to call and get it done by Nature’s Pencil.” Mr. Knowles retired permanently from the daguerreotype business in 1844, to devote his time to the development of one of his numerous inventions, of which at the time of his death he had patented more than one hundred.

1842. March 30. The Massachusetts Spy. (Worcester, Massachusetts.) March 30, 1842, Vol. 72, No. 13, Whole No. 3001, P. 4.

Worcester Photographic Apparatus Manufactory, and Daguerreotype Rooms, Stone Block, corner of Main and Central Streets. The subscribers keep constantly on hand a supply of improved Daguerreotype Apparratus [sic.], Plates, Cases, and Chemicals, all of which they warrant to be equal to any articles of the kind sold, at any other establishment in the United States.

Persons purchasing one of their improved Apparatus will be instructed in the valuable art gratuitously.

Daguerreotype Miniatures taken at their Rooms in a style not surpassed by those executed ay any other establishment in the country. To those who admire the work of nature and wish a perfect semblance of themselves or friends, this offers a favorable opportunity.

Also, Buildings, Models of machinery, Drawings and Engravings copied with a degree of accuracy not attainable in any other way. Please call and examine specimens. Wood & Knowles.

Advertisement ran from March 30 to April 27, 1842.

1842. June 1. The Massachusetts Spy. (Worcester, Massachusetts.) June 1, 1842, Vol. 72, No. 22, Whole No. 3610, P. 3.

Worcester Photographic Apparatus Manufactory and Daguerreotype Rooms, Removed to No. 5, Brinley Row, up stairs, where may be found constantly on hand, a supply of his improved Daguerreotype Apparatus, Plates, Cases, and Chemicals. Also, every article used in the Daguerreotype Process.

Just received and for sale, two sets of Apparatus of entirely new combination, which will be warranted superior to any ever before used. Persons wishing to engage in a pleasant business for a livelihood, will do well to call and examine them.

Miniatures taken in any weather, in a style that is more accurate than a painting, and finer than any steel engraving, set in neat Morocco Cases, Frames, or Gold Lockets, and warranted to give perfect satisfaction. Persons wishing for likenesses of themselves or of their friends cannot do better than to call and get it done by Nature’s Pencil.

Persons having valuable family Paintings can have them copied by this process and set in Lockets with perfect accuracy.

The Public are invited to call and examine specimens. L. J. Knowles.

Advertisement ran from June 1, 1842 to February 8, 1843.

1842. June 8. The Massachusetts Spy. (Worcester, Massachusetts.) June 8, 1842, Vol. 72, No. 23, Whole No. 3611, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Pictures. We were shown some miniatures taken by Mr. Knowles, at his room in Brinley Row, which, we think, for beauty, boldness, and distinctness of outline, exceed any thing of the kind we have ever seen. It seems to us that he has brought the art to such a degree of perfection, that, if it were not blasphemy to say it, he almost surpasses Nature herself, whose pencil has used. Any one wishing for the very counterpart of himself or of a friend, cannot do better than to give him a call. His advertisement is on the first page.

1842 June 8. National Aegis. (Worcester, Massachusetts.) June 8, 1842, Third Series Vol. 5, No. 23, P. 3.

Persons having valuable family Paintings can have them copied by this process and set in Lockets with perfect accuracy.

The Public are invited to call and examine specimens. L. J. Knowles.

Advertisement ran from June 18, 1842 to April 5, 1843.

1843. February 15. The Massachusetts Spy. (Worcester, Massachusetts.) February 15, 1843, Vol. 72, No. 7, Whole No. 3647, P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotype Likenesses, At the Photographic Apparatus Manufactory and Daguerreotype Rooms, 176 Main Street, Brinley Row. The subscribers have the pleasure of announcing, that by years of application and experiments, in addition to other improvements, the have availed themselves of an art of such importance, as to throw entirely in the shade all other modes of producing Daguerreotypes heretofore seen By this process, secured to this establishment by letters “Patent,” they are enabled to offer to the public that invaluable desideratum, Colored Photographs.

No addition in price for Colored Daguerreotypes, so that all may avail themselves of this pre-eminently desirable mode of obtaining likenesses. Constantly on hand their improved Daguerreotype Apparatus, Plates, Cases, Chemicals, and all articles used in the business.

Instructions given on liberal terms. The public are invited to call and examine specimens.

Patent Electro Gilding, and Silver Plating Establishment. Metallic articles of every description, such as Watch, Cases, Chains, Pencil Cases, Spectacles, Thimbles, Spoons, Gold and Silver Lace, Castors, Lamps, Fine Cutlery, and all kinds of metal ornaments, thoroughly plated with Gold or Silver, at short notice, and at less than half the price of work done by any other process, and warranted durable.

Electro Gilding and Silvering apparatus, and instructions for sale on reasonable terms. L. J. Knowles.

Advertisement ran from February 15 to June 21, 1843.

1843 June 21. The Massachusetts Spy. (Worcester, Massachusetts.) June 21, 1843, Vol. 72, No. 25, Whole No. 3665, P. 3.

Patent Colored Daguerreotype Likenesses Taken at 176 Main St. (Brinley Row,) Opposite American Temperance House.

N. B. Likenesses taken of deceased persons if desired.

Electro Gilding and Silver Plating done at this Establishment. Knowles & Co.

Advertisement ran from June 21 to

Biographical Sketches of the Pioneer Settlers of New England and Their Descendants in Worcester, Massachusetts. By Charles Henry Bouley, Barre, Massachusetts: Barre Publishers, 1964. P. 337-338.

Lucius James Knowles, of the eighth generation,

1819. born in Harwick, Massachusetts.

1836 clerk at W. W. Pratt’s store, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts

1838 partnership with uncle in a general store, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts

Ca. 1842 Daguerreotype business on Main Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, advertising to do electro gilding and silver plating.

1844 Manufacturing cotton sewing thread in a factory in New Worcester (Webster Square section of Worcester)

1847 manufacture of cotton warp in Spencer, Massachusetts

1849 removed to Warren, Massachusetts

1855-1858 manufacturer of satinets, Warren, Massachusetts

1862 with brother Francis B. manufactured looms for sale under name of L. J. Knowles & Brother.

1884 Died in Washington, D. C.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

Knight, Q. P.

February 14, 2026DaguerreotypesBatavia New York, C. A. Johnson, Daguerreotypist, Knoght Brothers, Q. P. Knight, Wilkes Barre Pennsylvaniapioneeramericanphotographers

1852 North Side of the Public Square, Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.

1854-1856 Rooms in the Cobble Stone Block, Batavia, New York.

1852 May 19. Luzerne Democrat. (Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.) May 19, 1852, New Series-Vol. 6, No. 33, Whole No. 378, P. 2.

Wyoming Daguerrean Rooms. The subscriber having recently fitted up a suit of rooms on the North side of the Public Square, is now prepared to take Likenesses, which for accuracy and life-like expression, ne believes will be wholly unsurpassed . His conveniences and facilities, among which is a Large Fine Sky-Light, Combined with his long experience and connexion with one of the most skilful artists of the country warrants him in this belief.

Daguerreotypes taken singly or in groups, and finished up in plain, double, or elegant Fancy Cases, Lockets, Bracelets, &c.

Children taken with great facility and certainty. A liberal discount afforded to families.

Ladies and gentlemen are invited to call and examine. Q. P. Knight.

Advertisement ran from May 19 to July 28, 1852.

1854 June 13. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) June 13, 1854, Vol. 36, No. 1, P. 3.

To The Public. Daguerreotypes. Knight Brothers, Would inform their friends and the public at large, that they have purchased of Mr. C. A. Johnson his entire right and interest in the Daguerrean Business of this village, together with his residence on Chestnut st., where they design making their future home.

We would also announce that we have removed the business to the spacious and most convenient suit of rooms which we have recently fitted up in the Cobble Stone Block. These rooms are furnished with a fine large Sky-Light, and instruments of superior power and finish, together with all such conveniences and facilities as the progress and size of the village seem to demand.

Having had a long and successful experience in the Daguerrean business in the Old Bay State, where the arts and sciences flourish like the “green bay tree,” and witnessing as we have in this village a just appreciation of Daguerre’s wonderful discovery, and the perfection to which it has been brought we have embarked in this enterprise with the full belief that by assiduous and unremitting efforts, we may merit and realize complete success.

Daguerreotypes taken in any style desired. Portraits and Daguerreotypes accurately copied.

We would also add that Mr. Johnson, our successful predecessor, may be found at our rooms for a few weeks to fulfill some previous engagements, and complete some unfinished work. H. D. Knight. Q. P. Knight.

I had advertised a short time since in a Circular That I had made up my mind to remain in business in this village, but another change as stated above has since taken place; and in retiring from the practice of the Daguerrean Art in this place, which is not without regret. I take pleasure in saying that the Messrs. Knight Brothers have every advantage and facility for giving entire satisfaction in their profession, and confidently hope the patronage heretofore so liberally bestowed upon me may be as liberally extended to them. C. A. Johnson.

Advertisement ran from June 13 to July 18, 1854.

1854 July 25. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) July 25, 1854, Vol. 36, No. 7, P. 3.

New Daguerreotype Rooms, Opened in Cobble Stone Block, Opposite McCullant’s New Building, By Knight & Brother, (Successors of Mr. C. A. Johnson.) These Rooms are elegant, spacious and commodious, and are furnished with all the conveniences and facilities for executing First Class Daguerreotypes.

A long and successful experience in the art, combined with the unsurpassed facilities which we are now able to avail ourselves of, enables us to speak most confidently of our ability to furnish Daguerreotypes, which, for clearness, accuracy and life-like expression, we trust will be found unsurpassed; and though but recently located, we have already received the most positive assurances that our efforts are appreciated, and are happy to refer to numerous individuals in this village and vicinity, who have favored us with their patronage.

Particular attention paid to Position and Expression, especially the clear and perfect expression of the eyes.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call.

Advertisement ran from July 25, 1854 to October 6, 1855.

1854 October 10. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) October 10, 1854, Vol. 36, No. 18, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Saloon for Sale. A Convenient and well built travelling Daguerreotype Saloon, may be bought at a great bargain for ready pay, if application is made soon. For particulars enquire at the Daguerrean Rooms of Knight & Brothers, Cobble Stone Block.

Advertisement ran from October 10, 1854 to June 30, 1855.

1854 November 7. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) November 7, 1854, Vol. 36, No. 22, P. 3.

Knight & Brother, Daguerreotypists, (opposite McCullant and Lord’s new building.) It is our constant desire and intension that no Daguerreotype be taken from our rooms unless entire satisfaction be given, and we guarantee that our prices will be found reasonable and satisfactory. H. D. Knight, Q. P. Knight.

Advertisement ran from November 7, 1854 to June 16, 1855.

1854 December 19. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) December 19, 1854, Vol. 36, No. 22, P. 3.

What Can be More appropriate or acceptable as a Christmas or New Years’ Gift Than a Good Daguerreotype, neatly fitted into a Gold Locket, or Elegant Fancy Case? “A word to the wise is sufficient.” Knight & Brother,

Directly opposite McCullant and Lord’s new building.

Advertisement ran from December 19, 1854 to May 22, 1855.

1855 June 23. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) June 23, 1855, Vol. 37, No. 2, P. 1.

Knight & Brother, Daguerreotypists, Rooms in Cobble Stone Block, (opposite McCullant and Lord’s new building.) It is our constant desire and intension that no Daguerreotype be taken from our rooms unless entire satisfaction be given, and we guarantee that our prices will be found reasonable and satisfactory. Batavia, Nov. 1854.

Advertisement ran from June 23, 1855 to November 1, 1856.

1855 October 13. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) October 13, 1855, Vol. 37, No. 18, P. 3.

“A thing of Life and Beauty is a Joy forever.” Knight & Brother, Daguerreotypist Our Rooms are fitted up with reference to the best facilities for producing Good Daguerreotypes. The grand essentials of a Good Daguerreotype are elegance of Finish, Gracefulness of Attitude, combined with a Life-like Expression; and we regard the large and increasing patronage which we are receiving both from citizens and strangers, as proof positive that our efforts in producing these results are well appreciated.

Daguerreotypes taken of any size and style desired.—Portraits and other Daguerreotypes executed with the utmost accuracy. H. D. Knight, Q. P. Knight.

Advertisement ran from October 13, 1855 to November 1, 1856.

Knight, L. E.

February 13, 2026DaguerreotypesCoxsackie New York, Daguerreotypist, L. E. Knightpioneeramericanphotographers

1855-1856 Address Unknown, Coxsackie, New York.

1855 November 14. The Coxsackie Union. (Coxsackie, New York.) November 14, 1855, Vol. V, No. 31, Whole No. 230, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. The Subscriber, having constructed a Saloon with reference to the best facilities for taking Daguerreotypes, would announce to the inhabitants of Coxsackie and vicinity, that being located for a short time in Coxsackie, he is ready to wait on all those who wish for a clear, accurate, life like Daguerreotype Likeness! Which all may have who will give a sitting, being determined (without any boasting or high sounding pretensions,) to fully answer the desires of any one who may wish to procure a first rate picture. Although but a few years have elapsed since Daguerre first announced his wonderful discovery, it is now known in all civilized lands, and thousands there are who rejoice in the possession of the faithful miniature, which reveals the form, features and expression of some departed friend; and yet there are thousands, yes, millions, who morn the loss of friends, an accurate likeness of whom would be of inestimable worth.

Portraits and Daguerreotypes accurately copied. Likenesses set in Lockets, Bracelets, &c. Children can be taken best between the hours of 9 and 1. Sick or deceased persons attended at their residences. Suggestions.—Dark attire takes better than light. Dark red and green take black, pink, light blue and light green are not good. Figured dresses with strong contrast take well—plain better.—Dress with much luster show lighter than those with less. Particular attention is given to persons having light or weak eyes. Such persons are assured their eyes will be taken clear and expressive. L. E. Knight.

Advertisement was recorded five times between November 14, 1855 and January 2, 1856.

Knight, H. D.

February 12, 2026DaguerreotypesBatavia New York, Daguerreotypist, H. D. Knight, Hnight Brothers, Q. P. Knightpioneeramericanphotographers

1854-1856 Rooms in the Cobble Stone Block, Batavia, New York.

1854 June 13. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) June 13, 1854, Vol. 36, No. 1, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes taken in any style desired. Portraits and Daguerreotypes accurately copied.

Advertisement ran from June 13 to July 18, 1854.

1854 July 25. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) July 25, 1854, Vol. 36, No. 7, P. 3.

Particular attention paid to Position and Expression, especially the clear and perfect expression of the eyes.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call.

Advertisement ran from July 25, 1854 to October 6, 1855.

1854 October 10. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) October 10, 1854, Vol. 36, No. 18, P. 3.

Advertisement ran from October 10, 1854 to June 30, 1855.

1854 November 7. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) November 7, 1854, Vol. 36, No. 22, P. 3.

H. D. Knight, Q. P. Knight.

Advertisement ran from November 7, 1854 to June 16, 1855.

1854 December 19. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) December 19, 1854, Vol. 36, No. 22, P. 3.

Directly opposite McCullant and Lord’s new building.

Advertisement ran from December 19, 1854 to May 22, 1855.

1855 June 23. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) June 23, 1855, Vol. 37, No. 2, P. 1.

Advertisement ran from June 23, 1855 to November 1, 1856.

1855 October 13. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) October 13, 1855, Vol. 37, No. 18, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes taken of any size and style desired.—Portraits and other Daguerreotypes executed with the utmost accuracy. H. D. Knight, Q. P. Knight.

Advertisement ran from October 13, 1855 to November 1, 1856.

Knecht, Reuben

February 11, 2026Daguerreotypes, PhotographsDaguerreotypist, Easton Pennsylvania, Photographer, Reuben Knechtpioneeramericanphotographers

1854-1857 Address Unknown, Easton, Pennsylvania.

1860-1866 138 Northampton, Easton, Pennsylvania.[1]

1854 February 12. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) February 12, 1854, Whole No. 6381, P. 3.

American Genius—list of patents issued from the United States Patent Office for the week ending Feb. 7, 1854. Each bearing that date—Reuben Knecht, of the borough of Easton, Pa.—For improved daguerreotype plate holder. [Patent No. 10,508.]

1857 October 8. The Press. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) October 8, 1857, No. 59, P. 1.

The county fair will be held at Nazareth some eight miles from here, and will commence on Tuesday, the sixth proxime…

Another very pleasing and most attractive feature of the exhibition was the prince daguerreotypist of Easton, Mr. Ruben Knecht had not only the good fortune to display a collection of high artistic merit, but had also the shrewdness and good taste to select some of the prettiest faces in Easton (which is saying a good deal) for his subjects. The reader will of course understand this as applying to the lady portion of the portraits.

[1] Directory Of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900.

Knapp, Abiathar Hayden

February 10, 2026Ambrotypes, DaguerreotypesAbiathar Hayden Knapp, Ambrotypist, Boston Massachusetts, Briggs & Knapp, Daguerreotypistpioneeramericanphotographers

1855-1857 123 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1828 May 26. Vital Records of Norton, Massachusetts. P. 88.

Born Abiathar Hayden Knapp on May 26, 1826 to Sumner and Phebe Knapp.

1854 September 30. Boston Cultivator. (Boston, Massachusetts.) September 30, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 39, P. 7.

Married…In Newton Centre, 12th inst., A. Hayden Knapp, Esq., of Boston, to Mrs. Louisa Grover, of N.

1855. Lady’s Almanac. (Boston, Massachusetts.) Vol. II, P. 121.

Daguerreotype Miniatures. A. H. Knapp, 123 Wash. st. Good light and best materials. Particular attention to likenesses of children. Satisfaction guaranteed.

1856. Lady’s Almanac. (Boston, Massachusetts.) Vol. 3, P. 121.

Daguerreotype Miniatures. A. H. Knapp, 123 Wash. st. Good light and best materials. Particular attention to likenesses of children. Satisfaction guaranteed.

1856. Lynn Directory. (Lynn, Massachusetts.) P. 21.

Boston Advertisements. Washington Street Ambrotype Gallery. Briggs & Knapp’s New Gallery for Patent Ambrotypes & Photographs, of every size and description.

Daguerreotypes copied, and if desired, to the full size of life, upon paper or canvas, retaining the perfect likeness, and painted by first class Artists, making a most beautiful and desirable style of portraits. Daguerreotypes as usual.

Ambrotypes in Lockets and Pins, Cases and Frames, of all descriptions.

Rights for sale, and instructions given in Cutting’s Patent Ambrotype and Mezzograph process.

123 Washington Street, Boston. J. Briggs, A. H. Knapp.

Card—The subscriber having purchased one-half of the proprietor’s entire Right for Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes in the city of Boston, has associated himself with Mr. A. H. Knapp, a successful Artist, for the purpose of taking these beautiful and endearing pictures, In Glass.

The Ambrotype, being hermetically sealed between two plates of fine polished glass, (by a cement which not only secures, but gilds and beautifies the impression,) is proof against the action of water or acids, or the variations of climate in long sea voyages. Hence they are named “Ambrotypes,” “immortal, imperishable.” They can be taken from the size of full life to the smallest miniature, and in one-quarter of the time of the Daguerreotype. They are not reversed, and can be seen in any light as plainly as an engraving; hence are very suitable for pins, Lockets, and large Frames, as well as Cases.

The extreme popularity of the Ambrotype has given rise to much imposition. Counterfeits upon single glass, covered with black varnish, are often sold for Ambrotypes. None are genuine without the patent stamp. The public are invited to call and examine specimens. J. Briggs.

1856 February 21. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) February 21, 1856, No. 10,173, P. 2.

Boston Business Directory…

Patent Ambrotype Gallery, Only One On The Street. Briggs & Knapp, (Cutting’s Patent) 123 Washg’n.

Advertisement ran from February 21, 1856 to January 26, 1857.

1856 March 15. Cape Anne Light and Gloucester Telegraph. (Gloucester, Massachusetts.) March 15, 1856, Vol XXX, No. 11, P. 3.